Open air dining is truly a delight to the soul and Birmingham has plenty of patios to indulge your senses:
A Little Paris? Oui, Oui! - Chez Fonfon, Frank Stitt's french bistro located next to Highlands Bar and Grill in Southside, is one of Birmingham's best dining experiences. The outdoor patio is somewhat of a secret, located out back this hidden treasure features a bocce ball court and lit trees, perfect for a romantic evening or a great together with friends. (Must try: Steak Frites)2007 11th Avenue S Birmingham, AL 35205
205.939.1000
Mambo Italiano - Cafe Ciao located in English Village is the spot on Wined Down Wednesdays when the restaurant has half price bottles of wine to sastify the vino lover in you. It is also quite the scene for professionals ages 25-50. So for a Bella Noche make this patio part of your weekly happy hour.
2031 Cahaba RoadBirmingham, AL 35223
205.871-2423
www.birminghammenus.com/ciao
Ain't Lookin' For Nothin' But a Good Time - Open Door Cafe located in Crestline Village off Hagood is notorious for a great crowd and great music almost any night of the week and especially on the weekends. Noted home to the now-famed Soul Patrol parties, Open Door also has a great patio perfect for enjoying Sunday Brunch. (Must try: Steak Benedict)
1115 Dunston Ave, Birmingham, AL 205.879.6659
www.birminghamrestaurants.com
I'm Going to Jackson's - Jackson's Bar and Bistro located in SOHO in Homewood is a great spot for lunch or brunch. In this pet friendly al fresco atmosphere, you can enjoy great salads and sandwiches. (Must try: Salad Nicoise)
1831 28th Ave S Homewood, AL 35209
205.870.9669
Fiesta, Fiesta - The Cantina located at Pepper Place is equipped with one of Birmingham's best patios. Grab your fish tacos and a pomegranite margarita and snag a table outside to take in the energy of Birmingham's Pepper Place stocked with art galleries, martini bars, and modern furniture galleries.
2901 Second Avenue S Birmingham, AL
205.323.6980
www.birminghammenus.com/cantina
A Bottle of Red and a Bottle of White - The Grape, with 2 Birmingham locations and over 120 different wines, is a unique al fresco dining experience. Pair your favorite red and whites with The Grape's recommended food pairings for a delightful night in the Ham.
Five Points South
1101 20th Street S Birmingham, AL 35205
205.933.7790
The Summit
214 Summit Blvd Birmingham, AL 35243
205.970.7777
www.grapebham.com
Jambalaya on the Bayou - The Cajun Steamer located at Patton Creek in Hoover is always fun and festive. Enjoy live music and outdoor dining on the patio or on the balcony while sipping on gumbo, devouring a shrimp po' boy, or cracking into crab legs.
180 Main Street Hoover, AL 35244
205.985.7785
www.cajunsteamer.com
That Funky Monkey - Blue Monkey Lounge located on Cobb Lane this patio is the place to strut your stuff. This lively atmosphere is chocked full of young professionals looking for mingling and martinis. Big plus = great martini prices. Don't forget to try the Chocolate Martini - always a great choice.
1318 S Cobb Ln Birmingham, AL 35205-4918 205.933.9222 www.tosabe.com/bluemonkey/
Sunsets and Seafood - The Lakeview Oyster House patio is a must sit! In the heart of the Lakeview District across from favorites like Lou's and Innisfree, this outdoor dining atmosphere has quickly become a Birmingham favorite. (Must try: Oysters on the half shell, of course!)
731 29th Street S Birmingham, AL 35205
205.252.5888
www.birminghammenus.com/lakeviewoysterhouse
The All Time Favorite - Bottega Cafe is one of the city's best and most energizing experiences. If you are lucky enough to find a table outside, sit back, relax, and people watch as this patio which boasts fabulous food and drinks is also the place to be and be seen. (Must try: Chicken Scallopini)
2240 Highland Avenue S Birmingham, AL 35205
205.939.1000
www.bottegarestaurant.com
For The Fabulous - A very notable and swanky open air dining restaurant is Twenty-Six. With garage door style windows that open up on a warm breezy summer night, this dining al fresco experience is a little slice of South Beach right in our own Southside. Monday enjoy Crustacean Sensation. Twenty-Six also has a fun Late Night Menu.
Next door to Ocean
1210 20th Street South Birmingham, AL 35205
205.918.0726
www.birminghammenus.com/26
Nothing is quite as refreshing and thirst quenching in the summer as a Bellini. Created in Venice at Harry's Bar, a place frequented by Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles, the Bellini is perfect for the summer months when white peaches are in season. Chilton County white peaches paired with Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine) make this summer cocktail an easy one to entertain with or to enjoy on the patio of your favorite Italian cafe.
