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These 12 Dallas restaurants ace outdoor dining

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by Diana Spechler
Updated May 28, 2024

North Texans know there aren’t many months for outdoor dining in their notoriously humid pocket of the Lone Star State. But spring calls for breezy meals with spectacular park, city, and pool views.

Head to a spacious patio near the Dallas Arboretum for killer barbecue and a signature gin and strawberry cocktail. Grab an alfresco perch complete with red-checkered tablecloths at an Italian gem. Dine on American classics by a sprawling golf course at PGA America’s headquarters.

Whether you’re on the hunt for a laidback open-air happy hour or a buzzy patio with next-level food, these places have you covered. Read on for a guide to the 12 best restaurants for outdoor dining in Dallas right now.

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4.5
4.5 (704)
$30 and under
Mexican
Uptown
About the restaurant

The newest addition to the Mexican Sugar restaurant collection includes a sought-after wrap-around patio. Choose between two rows of tables: One is shielded by an awning and decked with ceiling fans and another sits out in the open with sturdy umbrellas and lots of greenery. For the ultimate warm-weather combo, get the lobster fundido with the margarita flight featuring a classic version, a hibiscus-flavored riff, and a serrano-spiked take of the cocktail.


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Jim
Dined 3 days ago
Absolutely perfect, food tasted authentic and d tequila selection they have is really good. Thanks to Donnie and Matt for giving me the lay of the land on our visit. Will def be back.
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4.7
4.7 (1740)
$30 and under
Tex-Mex
Lakewood / White Rock Lake
About the restaurant

The spacious patio at Smoky Rose hosts one of the best outdoor happy hours in town. Grab some brisket nachos and the signature cocktail made with gin, elderflower liqueur, and muddled strawberries. Although the smoker is the star of the show, the menu goes beyond traditional barbecue. Whether you’re here for happy hour or dinner, the patio is always hopping (don’t be surprised if you make new friends). Take in the scene over ribeye, mashed potatoes, and a slice of Dr. Pepper sheet cake.


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Bibi
Dined on Nov 25, 2024
Absolutely loved Smokey Rose rests. Food is great, prices are fair and the whole look of the restaurant is amazing! It is very big and decorated very nicely! 100% recommended!
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4.8
4.8 (1523)
$31 to $50
Sushi
Uptown
About the restaurant

Uchiba is the Good Time Charlie sibling to Uchi—James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole’s legendary sushi spot. The bar’s charcoal-grilled skewers taste extra good on its buzzy patio—depending on the weather, the compact all-weather space is opened up or enclosed. Even though a yakitori grill distinguishes it from its sibling spot downstairs, Uchiba also serves some of the same imaginative sushi that made Uchi a smashing success.


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Aman
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing hot friend bun chicken katsu bun And skewers we’re phenomenal
A photo of Dragonfly at Hotel ZaZa restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1438)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Uptown
About the restaurant

Hotel ZaZa’s funky flagship restaurant offers an eclectic New American menu, ranging from lamb lollipops with pistachio mint pesto to a spicy crispy chicken sandwich. Its dramatic interiors include a ceiling that glows with tasteful industrial drop lights and portraits in vintage frames. But the scene stealers are the outdoor seats with views of the hotel pool, marble fountain, and greenery, offering getaway vibes in the middle of the city.


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Stephenvip
Dined 4 days ago
My wife and I ate at the dragonfly for Thanksgiving. I had the turkey and my wife had just the cheddar and brocoli soup. We had had delicious drinks and the charcuterie plate at the bar a few hours earlier so she was not that hungry. I was still hungry and ordered the turkey. It was all very delicious and the bar tender was very good. I had a couple of hurricanes that were NOLA quality.
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4.7
4.7 (143)
$31 to $50
American
Frisco
About the restaurant

Since PGA of America moved its home to Frisco in 2022, many great restaurants have cropped up around it, including the Ryder Cup Grille. Grab a seat on one of the outdoor tables with unobstructed views of the 18-hole golf course. The simple but delicious American menu includes a catch-of-the-day ceviche and one of the best slices of pecan pie in north Texas. If you’re a golf fan, keep your eyes peeled—you might spot a star player grabbing a bite to eat here.


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Katyvip
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent food and excellent service all around. The Caesar salad salad is a must.
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4.8
4.8 (423)
$30 and under
Middle Eastern
Uptown
About the restaurant

This Lebanese-Moroccan fusion restaurant was inspired by a colorful marketplace in Marrakech that sells soft, vibrant Moroccan slippers known as “babouche.” So it’s fitting that the restaurant’s quaint streetside patio, lined with planters full of yellow flowers, is a go-to for hookah service. The trip to Morocco continues inside a dining room strewn with poufs and Berber throw pillows. No matter where you sit, plan on digging into delicious Middle Eastern street food like kebabs and shawarma.


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Jenn
Dined on Nov 24, 2024
Go at night. The lanterns and dim lighting make for a romantic and cozy vibe. Food was delicious and came out quickly! Service is excellent and they are very attentive and friendly. We will be back soon!
A photo of Thirsty Lion - The Colony, TX restaurant
4.6
4.6 (506)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
The Colony
About the restaurant

This popular gastropub offers 6,500 square feet of alfresco seating on two levels. Picnic tables, outdoor games, and dog-friendly spaces make Thirsty Lion the place to linger on a sunny spring afternoon. Get the Wagyu beef and bacon jam burger to pair with a cold craft beer. The drinks list is so extensive that it’s best to go with a Texas flight for $12—six popular Lone Star State brews.


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Lorivip
Dined 5 days ago
We were visiting our kids and they took us here for dinner. It was busy but we had made reservations and were seated early! Our server was attentive and while it was pretty loud in there we had no trouble hearing him and each other. We had calamari for an appetizer and the boys loved it. I enjoyed the salmon with vegetables and it was delicious. The prices were moderate. It was definitely a happening spot!!
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4.9
4.9 (3695)
$30 and under
Italian
North Dallas
About the restaurant

The four cheese ravioli, seafood fra diavolo, and eggplant parmigiana draw consistent crowds to this classic Italian restaurant. Its charming patio channels a sidewalk dinner in southern Italy—or at least Little Italy. Dine al fresco, sip Chianti, and twirl spaghetti around your fork at tables covered in red-checkered cloths. Chef Kenny Bowers owns five popular restaurants around Dallas, but this one might be his most adored.


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Lindavip
Dined 1 day ago
Food was fabulous as always! Cassie was an amazing server and the staff always goes above and beyond!
A photo of Sixty Vines - Uptown Dallas restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3305)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Uptown
About the restaurant

Sixty Vines is an oenophile’s dream—there are 60 wines on wall taps to choose from, best paired with charcuterie boards and sandwiches stuffed with grilled chicken or roasted pork. Patio seating is lovely for the full open-air experience, but the crown jewel is Sixty Vines’s gorgeous greenhouse. Though it’s enclosed, being surrounded by glass and foliage brings the outside in. Bonus points for a retractable roof that lets in fresh air and sunshine when the weather permits.


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Raquel
Dined 3 days ago
We had a fabulous time. The food was delicious and the service was superb. Would recommend.
A photo of Fearing's restaurant
4.8
4.8 (6181)
$50 and over
Southwest
Uptown
About the restaurant

Chef Dean Fearing’s Southwestern restaurant in the Ritz-Carlton offers a luxe al fresco setting on its sprawling Live Oak patio, named for the trees that surround it. A brick fireplace and cityscape add to the elegant but laid-back ambiance. Settle in and prepare for a feast that features staples like braised osso bucco and the signature tortilla soup. Fearing’s outdoor space is an especially popular spot on weekends thanks to live music performances, so book well in advance if you go.


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Micah
Dined 5 days ago
Fearing’s is always a treat on Thanksgiving! The service is impeccable, the food is wonderful and Dean is a delightful host. We’ve been coming for years and he never fails to visit our table. The main menu and the vegetarian menu provide options for every member of our party. We can’t recommend Fearing’s highly enough!
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4.8
4.8 (1230)
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican
Downtown
About the restaurant

Nothing beats sipping a pineapple and jalapeño margarita on Miriam Cocina’s streetside patio. You’ll get leafy views of Klyde Warren Park, and the space gets bonus points for being dog friendly. On the menu, expect Dominican-accented Mexican food like the La Dominicana burger topped with Dominican chimichurri sauce and paired with yuca fries—just one of the hearty hits at this beloved neighborhood spot.


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Jerryvip
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Delicious food and attentive service team. So nice to have Miriam great us
A photo of Henry's Majestic restaurant
4.3
4.3 (921)
$30 and under
American
Park Cities
About the restaurant

Henry’s Majestic is adored for epic Sunday brunches and an extra-long beer list. But it’s also loved for its very spacious patio. The outdoor expanse seats 300 and features picnic tables under twinkling string lights; on a cooler evening, park by one of the three fire pits. Food trucks sling Jamaican food, tacos, and more on weekends, and you can also expect entertainment on most nights of the week, including live band performances.


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Robertvip
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
We had a large group for a birthday celebration, including small kids, and the server was great despite how hectic it had to be for her. The food was excellent and the setting was perfect as the space allowed the kids to be energetic without distracting/bothering other diners. The fact that we had great weather to be outside also helped greatly.
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