Whether it's corn on the cob or a glass of rosé, summer is finally here and it’s time to dine outdoors. Our 100 Best Al Fresco list for 2018 highlights restaurants that offer stunning views, delicious menus and above all else, incredible outdoor dining experiences worth the trip. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of 12,000,000+ reviews of more than 27,000 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners. Don't forget to #traveldeliciously this summer.
| Restaurants: | 1906 at Longwood Gardens, BALEEN - Naples, Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove… |
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| Price Range: | $$ - $$$$ |
| Cuisines: | Contemporary American, American, Californian… |
| Neighborhoods: | Kennett Square, Naples, Newport Beach… |
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Kennett Square
- Special Occasion
- Creative Cuisine
- Local Ingredients
Pricey, but expected. Great way to begin our day at Longwood Gardens!
$$$$·American·
Naples
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
Lively spot. Great food. Wonderful service. Sit outside if you can.
$$$$·Californian·
Newport Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great service! The food was fantastic and you cannot beat the view!
$$$$·Italian·
Napa
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Birthdays
We got a ride from Uber got out of the car and were seated in less than 5 minutes out on the beautiful patio. The service was amazing. Very professional but also very personal and …Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
Fort Lauderdale
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
Lovely as usual. Delicious oysters and loved the octopus salad.
$$$$·American·
Lake Buena Vista
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great lunch with very attentive service. We would recommend The Boathouse to anyone traveling in the area.
$$$$·Seafood·
Fort Lauderdale
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
We tried Boatyard on our vacation in Florida, based on a recommendation. Everything was great! It surpassed our expectations. I recommend it to those looking for a nice dinner.
$$$$·Italian·
Naples
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Casual
- Great for Lunch
The food is always good. Very consistent. I get the pork cop whenever I go and it is delicious every time. It can get a bit noisy but that is pretty common with a lot of restauran…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Old Town Scottsdale
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
What a phenomenal experience. From the moment you walk in the hostess is expecting you and knows your name. A wonderful white marble bar starts the evening with a wonderfully cra…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Carlsbad
- Fit for Foodies
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
What a jewel! We were looking for good food, but didn’t expect It to be such a feast! We didn’t have such an excellent experience in a long time. It made our day (and spoiled us fo…Read more
$$$$·Italian·
Naples
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- People Watching
- Special Occasion
Always amazing!
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Annapolis
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
We specifically made a day trip to Annapolis to eat at this restaurant with my son, who has life threatening allergies to peanuts and tree nuts. We were thrilled with the experienc…Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
West Hollywood
- Good for a Date
- Hot Spot
- Special Occasion
Amazing ! Food was incredible
$$$$·Regional Mexican·
Harbor Island
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
“Love bringing out of state visitors here. Coasterra truly gives a fabulous impression of San Diego; the waterfront, the people, and the food!”
$$$$·Spanish·
Sarasota
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Authentic
- Casual
The food is excellent and the service couldn't have been better. The 1905 salad is a must
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Naples
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Early bird special is best bet for value. Choice of indoor or outdoor sitting.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Palm Springs
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Romantic
- Good for a Date
An absolute delight. Very much the feel of the Palm Springs of yesteryear! Highly recommend it for lovely special event!
$$$$·Seafood·
Crockett
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
Crab, salad, garlic noodles, calamari and drinks were all great!
$$$$·Italian·
Bonita Springs
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Authentic
- Casual
We are returning customers and brought our friends who have never been there. They loved it and want to come back.
$$$$·Hawaiian·
Kaanapali
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
“Loved everything about Duke’s- beach-side ambiance, lovely musician, friendly and attentive service, and excellent food.”
$$$$·Contemporary American·
La Jolla
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Our server was awesome! The food was great and you can’t beat the beautiful view!
$$$$·American·
Paradise Valley
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
What a wonderful night! Fantastic in all ways, but the best was our Server, Kayla. Thank you for a great evening.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Albuquerque
- Local Ingredients
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Delicious duck & steak! Warm beet salad was perfect! Paul our waiter was very knowledgeable about not only the food menu but also the wine selection.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Boca Raton
- Healthy
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Local Ingredients
Lovely outdoor setting, great service and excellent food. Not much more to ask for.
$$$$·American·
Corona del Mar
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Great for Lunch
- Special Occasion
Always enjoy dining here. A first choice when meeting friends in the area. Often pop in by myself for a late lunch and just grab a seat at the bar, otherwise always need reservat…Read more
$$$$·American·
St. Helena
- Fit for Foodies
- Local Ingredients
- Worth the Drive
Lunch was just extraordinary. Went back again a couple of days later with friends. Same.
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Downtown Charleston
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Always a favorite when we have family and friends visiting Charleston.
$$$$·Seafood·
Lahaina
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Waterfront
The live entertainment was outstanding!
$$$$·Californian·
Malibu
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Romantic
Professional staff and exquisite cuisine.
$$$$·American·
La Jolla
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Waterfront
Great food. Awesome view and great service. I loved the food here. The sunset here was beautiful. The weather was chilly and the provided a blanket to keep me warm
$$$$·American·
Charles Village
- Good for a Date
- Great for Brunch
- Great for Lunch
How can perfect get even better? The season changed! After enjoying meals throughout the summer, fall, & winter last year @ Gertrude's, we dined there again on a perfect evening …Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Central Phoenix
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Creative Cuisine
- Casual
The patio was lovely on a Saturday evening. We were there to see the lights for my sisters birthday. Food was delicious! It was very busy but our waitress was absolutely fantast…Read more
$$$$·Mexican·
West Hollywood
- Vegan
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Wonderful as always.
Great food, service and ambiance.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Plaza / Brookside
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Excellent patio during good weather. Took longer than stated to be seated, but our server was great.
$$$$·Steak·
Honolulu
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Waterfront
Great location. The food is always spectacular and the service is terrific! The patio is quiet and the setting on the beach is beautiful!
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Kaanapali
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Hula Grill - the formal section- continues to improve and now is the best restaurant in Kannapali along with Japengo.
$$$$·Mediterranean·
Dupont Circle
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
This is my third visit to Iron Gate. Always impresses! Fantastic food done in the most creative ways. Their space is so creative with both garden and dining room seating. The three…Read more
$$$$·Californian·
Beverly Hills
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
- Great for Lunch
Fantastic experience, will definitely come again!
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Palm Springs
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Neighborhood Gem
- Great for Lunch
Always good. Yummy drinks and don’t forget to try the Miami Vice salad.
$$$$·Seafood·
Deerfield Beach
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
Great table
Great waiter
Band was far enough away to allow for conversation
$$$$·French / Japanese·
Miami Beach / South Beach
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for a Date
Absolutely amazing
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Ft. Lauderdale
- Waterfront
- Great for Brunch
- Good for a Date
We celebrated my wife and son’s birthday. The service and food were spectacular! What a wonderful evening..I highly recommend Kaluz! You will not be disappointed.
$$$$·Seafood·
Poipu
- Live Music
- Special Occasion
- Casual
When we go to Maui our favorite restaurant is Leilani’s at Whaler’s Village. We didn’t know about Keoki’s until the owner of the Shrimp Station told us it was her favorite restau…Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
Lahaina
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We had an amazing experience at Kimo's. The food was incredible and service was superb!! We had the clam chowder, lettuce pork wraps, shrimp pasta, beef/chicken dish.......nothin…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Memphis
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
It was great. But the restaurant’s last day in business. So ...
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University Circle
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
I had the bass, and it was dried out. It was a rare disappointment at this fine restaurant.
$$$$·Peruvian·
Miami
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We enjoyed a lovely business dinner with clients. We were all impressed with the food and the ambiance. Will definitely do it again!
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Santa Barbara
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Family vacation final dinner
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Key West
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Romantic
The ambiance was incredible, from the boat ride to the outdoor patio with romantic lighting. The wedge salad was fabulous; I thought our entrees were just okay...and the key lime p…Read more
$$$$·Californian·
La Quinta
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for Anniversaries
- Romantic
6 of us had a fabulous dinner and visit in the outdoor dining area. Food wAs exceptional.
Truffle fries are the best ! Don’t miss them , one order for 6 of us with our meal was eno…Read more
$$$$·French·
Palm Springs
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great place for a special dinner.
$$$$·Seafood·
Seaport
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Fantastic service and food! Did not disappoint!
$$$$·American·
Lahaina
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Highly recommend making a reservation for the chef’s tasting. Delicious and a great value. Our only concern was the wait for beverages, as the bar service was slow and seemed out…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
German Village
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Went here for my boyfriend’s birthday and had a great experience at both the bar for happy
$$$$·American·
Paradise Valley
- Romantic
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
Great place to celebrate a special birthday. The Lon’s team was attentive at every step, from the hostess to the wait staff-our waiter, Vince, was exceptional!!
$$$$·Italian·
Fort Lauderdale
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Hot Spot
- Fun
Always a great experience...food, ambiance and service!
$$$$·Fish·
Paia
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Waterfront
“This was our second experience and better than the previous one. Beautiful (location, spectacular sunset, amazing and fresh fish as well as the people). Eric our waiter was person…Read more
$$$$·Latin / Spanish·
Sedona
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Amazing dinner with the beautiful backdrop of the red rock and views. We started with an octopus appetizer and cauliflower/carrot soup that was so tasty and both very large portion…Read more
$$$$·Tapas / Small Plates·
Naperville
- Tapas
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
My husband and I went there for our anniversary. For a Monday evening it was quite busy. Our server was wonderful. We tried some new dishes and everything was delicious. We even go…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Wailuku
- Scenic View
- Local Ingredients
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Stunning views, great service, incredible drink & eats.
$$$$·Italian·
Naples
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
Three of us went for lunch. One ordered margarita pizza and one beef carpaccio- Both were good. I ordered Cobb salad with chicken...it was marginally okay....guess I expected a s…Read more
$$$$·French·
Paris Hotel and Casino
- Good for a Date
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
Great location, great view, waitstaff friendly, efficient and attentive. Food was excellent in all respects.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Kapolei
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Live Music
- Casual
Great food and atmosphere, a go to place when we visit Ko Olina Hawaii!!!
$$$$·Seafood·
Newport, Rhode Island
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
We had an excellent lunch at Mooring. I am a highly sensitive celiac, and they have a separate gluten free menu with many options for appetizers, main course, and even desserts. I …Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
Hilton Head
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Casual
“Great food, location and service was outstanding. We were treated as VIP’s. Margaret went above and beyond to make us feel special. She deserves recognition.”
$$$$·Mediterranean·
Old Town Scottsdale
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for a Date
- Waterfront
One of the best meals on our vacation! The bruschettas were amazing and the sweet potato cannelloni was like dessert! The bread they serve with that pesto was to die for too. Ambia…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Siesta Key
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
Birthday! Nice that flutes of champagne were brought to table in honor of the celebrant. Waitstaff were outstanding!
$$$$·Seafood·
Cardiff By The Sea
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
Amazing as always! Never disappoints. Get the seared ahi with black forbidden rice. I've never had anything like it before.
$$$$·Seafood·
Palm Desert
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Always our favorite seafood in the desert.
$$$$·French·
Rittenhouse Square
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- People Watching
Parc is one of my favorite restaurants in Philly. A classic French bistro, there is something on the menu for everyone; my personal favorite is the moules frites. And the complimen…Read more
$$$$·French American·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
- Romantic
Oh,, I really liked the place. I didn't know they have a little concert going on. Everything was perfect. Making the reservation was tough.. You need to plan 2 weeks in advance to…Read more
$$$$·American·
Del Mar
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
I can't say enough great things about The Poseidon. The food, decor and staff are all outstanding but to enjoy it all literally on the beach is absolutely amazing!
$$$$·Californian·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Birthdays
We made a reservation and we were seated within five minutes of our arrival. The hostess was pleasant and friendly. It took a while for our waitress to arrive, but she did bring ou…Read more
$$$$·Southern·
St. Augustine
- Special Occasion
- Local Ingredients
- Good for a Date
Fantastic!
$$$$·Seafood·
Boynton Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We were seated by the window. It was quiet & allowed us to chat with our friends. The waitress was very pleasant & did not rush our meal. The food was excellent.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
West Hollywood
- Good for a Date
- People Watching
- Special Occasion
It was awesome! The food and drinks este great!
$$$$·Southern·
Rock Hill, South Carolina
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
New waiter in training and he was adorable. He was very patient with us. We hadn’t seen each other for awhile so there was lots of talking before and after ordering and eating. Foo…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary French·
Princeton
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Rats was amazing. From coming through the doors, until we walked out that night, everything was perfect. Service was impeccable! Our server, Jay has only been working there for …Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
Pike Township
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Great food and great service. We sat outside and watched the amazing sunset.
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown Louisville
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Wonderful food and very nice setting! First time eating there and will go again.
$$$$·Seafood·
Key Biscayne
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Romantic
Flawless evening. If you’re from NJ and familiar with the Chart House in Weehawkin this is comparable but beautiful in its own way. Exceptional service and high quality seafood. I’…Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
Half Moon Bay
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Casual
“Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch overlooking the bay. Food was delicious, served promptly and service was very good. Great outdoor seating with a pretty seaside view.”
$$$$·Seafood·
New York
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
Excellent service.Beautiful view plus a table by the fireplace
$$$$·Seafood·
Fort Lauderdale
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
three of us went for a happy hour dinner. Lauren was our server. she was great...everything was great.
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Miami Beach / South Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Amazing experience
Ask for the terrace
$$$$·American·
Palm Springs
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
- Great for Lunch
Spencer’s always delivers! It’s a top notch from beginning to end.
$$$$·Organic·
Escondido
- Great Beer
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Casual
Outstanding!! Great atmosphere and service. Had the Caesar Salad with grilled shrimp and was yummy!! Great drink selection as well if you’re not in the mood for beer.
$$$$·American·
Asheville
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Andre, our server, was fantastic! He was very knowledgeable of the menu, even the wine list, and helped us decide on the perfect meal and appetizers! Our food was delicious and the…Read more
$$$$·American·
Washington Square
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
We were tempted at first to order a traditional meal, but our server walked us through some options to build a very nice experience. Excellent cheeses, food, cocktails... there is…Read more
$$$$·American·
Midtown West
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Beautiful setting, delicious food, generous portions.
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
We were celebrating my husband's and his brother's birthday and they were treated liked kings. They even brought out 2 birthday cakes. I was a wonderful experience for them.
$$$$·American·
Cave Creek
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Worth the Drive
We were visiting Cave Creek from New York and it was my birthday. We have been to Tonto's many times in the past and it just keeps getting better and better,if that's possible!!! A…Read more
$$$$·Californian·
Palm Springs
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Hot Spot
- Vibrant Bar Scene
Scotty was amazing! He always makes it a fun memorable experience.
$$$$·American·
Pasadena
- Healthy
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Organic
We really enjoyed our meal here! A few remarkable notes for us. 1. The flavors were well balanced and not overpowering as is sometimes the case with vegetarian friendly cuisine. 2…Read more
$$$$·Seafood·
Naples
- Special Occasion
- Waterfront
- Romantic
20190206, Turtle Club Restaurant review, 6 Feb 2019, , My rating very good 4.5/5, no waiting for 1 table inside, 45 min for outside. No view from our table. Their lunch menu was …Read more
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Tampa
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Location is beautiful and the service is always the best! This is my favorite restaurant
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Casas Adobes
- Good for a Date
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
We were seated right away in a good location thanks to our reservation with OpenTable-I had truffle and beef ravioli which was some of the best I've ever eaten. My husband had sca…Read more
$$$$·American·
Downtown
- Fit for Foodies
- Special Occasion
- Neighborhood Gem
An excellent meal -- again! Keep up the good work.
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