
These 15 Los Angeles restaurants crush the outdoor dining game

by Lisa Kwon, Karen Palmer
Updated May 29, 2024
Los Angeles has mastered the year-round patio dining game with spectacular waterside seating, nature-filled decks, and charming courtyards. Sunsets, ocean breezes, and umbrellas all dial up the dreamy Californian vibes in the city’s best outdoor restaurant setups.
A Spanish-style courtyard at a local Cali Mediterranean staple is ideal for an outdoor celebration. The Pacific breeze sets the scene for leisurely lunches at a beachside seafood cafe in Malibu. An open-air dining room known for award-winning cocktails has views of a historic bell tower.
The City of Angels doesn’t lack top-tier places for an alfresco meal, but some rise above the rest. Here are LA’s 15 best restaurants for dining outside.
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4.8 (5136)
$30 and under
Californian
Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.
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$30 and under
Mediterranean
Santa Monica
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$31 to $50
Mexican
West Hollywood
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David
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David
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Contemporary American
Downtown
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Linda
Dined on Jun 1, 2025
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Linda
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