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Atlanta's best restaurant patios
97 Estoria is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

1. 97 Estoria

7.7
727 Wylie St SE (Krog St), Atlanta, GA
Dive Bar · Cabbagetown · 56 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: It's got a quirky, vegetarian-friendly menu, but the laid-back, smoky nighttime bar scene is what brings in scruffy Cabbagetown regulars. Read more.

Anis Cafe & Bistro is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

2. Anis Cafe & Bistro

8.9
2974 Grandview Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
French Restaurant · Garden Hills · 42 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: French-Mediterranean cuisine in a charming house with a cozy patio. Read more.

Apres Diem is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

3. Apres Diem

8.4
931 Monroe Dr NE (at 8th St NE), Atlanta, GA
Wine Bar · Midtown · 99 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Chic decor, bistro food, a crowded bar, a hot Euro waitstaff and a diet-busting dessert case. Read more.

Bistro Niko is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

4. Bistro Niko

8.8
3344 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
French Restaurant · North Buckhead · 99 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Niko hits all the right notes when it comes to Paris-meets-Atlanta allure, and delivers on some of its promises when it comes to classic French brasserie fare. Read more.

The Brewhouse Cafe is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

5. The Brewhouse Cafe

7.5
401 Moreland Ave NE (at Euclid & McLendon Ave.), Atlanta, GA
Sports Bar · Little Five Points · 85 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: English-style pub food, great patio and a major hangout for viewing Premier League matches. Read more.

Highlands Cafe is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

6. Highlands Cafe

7.2
640 N Highland Ave NE (btwn North Ave. And Ponce De Leon Ave.), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Poncey-Highland · 91 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Thirsty? The grapefruit-rosewater martini is our favorite way to get blotto. Read more.

Canoe is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

7. Canoe

9.2
4199 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · 101 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Originally opened in 1995, Canoe has long been a favorite among Atlanta's upper crust. This food is not modern, but it's hardly old-fashioned. Read more.

Cowtippers is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

8. Cowtippers

1600 Piedmont Ave NE (Near Monroe Dr. NE), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Piedmont Heights · 82 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Order a gigantic black Angus burger plus a side and pay for less than comparable fast-food fare. Service is attentive and well-accessorized to the disco tunes playing in the background. Read more.

Front Page News is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

9. Front Page News

351 Moreland Ave NE (at McLendon Ave NE), Atlanta, GA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Little Five Points · 84 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Cajun cuisine. Good brunch. Large bar and patio, good for big parties. Read more.

Hand in Hand is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

10. Hand in Hand

752 N Highland Ave NE (at St Charles Ave. NE), Atlanta, GA
Bar · Virginia Highland · 76 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: A British-style watering hole serving dishes such as fish and chips, sausage and mash and curries. Read more.

Holy Taco is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

11. Holy Taco

8.3
1314 Glenwood Ave SE (at Haas Ave), East Atlanta, GA
Taco Restaurant · 75 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: The chicken hearts tacos, served on two warm corn tortillas, is a must-eat dish. Read more.

JCT Kitchen & Bar is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

12. JCT Kitchen & Bar

1198 Howell Mill Rd NW (btwn Huff Rd NW & 14th St), Atlanta, GA
Southern Food Restaurant · Northwest Atlanta · 203 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Standouts include fried oysters over creamed spinach and killer desserts such as the dreamy tapioca pudding. Gracious service and a good wine program make up for the occasional misstep in the kitchen. Read more.

Joe's on Juniper is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

13. Joe's on Juniper

1049 Juniper St NE (btw 11th and 12th), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Midtown · 143 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Joe's deck provides such a cozy spot for quaffing a cold one and enjoying the view of Midtown's skyscrapers that you needn't bother checking out the ersatz roadhouse decor of the interior. Read more.

Leon's Full Service is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

14. Leon's Full Service

9.0
131 E Ponce de Leon Ave (at Church St), Decatur, GA
Gastropub · 190 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Peppadews (tiny red hot peppers) stuffed with goat cheese are ultimate in creamy/piquant contrast. Pig smorgas are gourmet version of toaster oven concoctions that "high" high schoolers might make. Read more.

Miller Union is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

15. Miller Union

8.8
999 Brady Ave NW (10th Street), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · 130 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Much of chef Steven Satterfield's cooking resembles home cooking -- not aw-shucks kountry kookin', but honest, straightforward food made with stellar ingredients. Harvest dinner on Tuesdays. Read more.

Nam is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

16. Nam

931 Monroe Dr NE, Atlanta, GA
Asian Restaurant · Grant Park · 1 tip

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Start your journey into this cuisine with the grilled fish, Vietnamese crepe and "shaking" filet mignon. Watch out for the price tag on the prized Kobe beef! Read more.

No Mas! Cantina is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

17. No Mas! Cantina

8.4
180 Walker St SW Ste B (Haynes St. SW), Atlanta, GA
Mexican Restaurant · Castleberry Hill · 107 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: After you dine at the attached restaurant, shop for authentic Mexican imports from furniture to keepsakes. Read more.

Radial Cafe is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

18. Radial Cafe

1530 Dekalb Ave NE Ste G (Mell Ave), Atlanta, GA
Breakfast Spot · Candler Park · 116 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Don't miss the hearty buckwheat pancakes and the giant breakfast burrito topped with spicy salsa, black beans, and a drizzle of sour cream. Read more.

The Reserve at Cafe Circa is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

19. The Reserve at Cafe Circa

6.6
464 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA
Lounge · Sweet Auburn · 7 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: PUFF, PUFF, PASS: Hookah etiquette is in full effect on the rooftop. Read more.

Rosa Mexicano is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

20. Rosa Mexicano

245 18th St NW, Atlanta, GA
Mexican Restaurant · Atlantic Station · 94 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Upscale Mexican in Atlantic Station. Entrees can be hit or miss, but the guacamole, margaritas and simpler specialties are of a far higher quality than Mexican cooking is usually afforded. Read more.

Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

21. Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House

8.7
437 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · Grant Park · 218 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Shrimp, crab cakes, oysters, crab legs, clams, scallops, mussels, catfish and po'boys are all fresh and tasty. Read more.

Tap: A Gastropub is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

22. Tap: A Gastropub

1180 Peachtree St NE (at 14th St), Atlanta, GA
Gastropub · Midtown · 112 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: A glamorous gastropub serving small plates, including hot-sauce-spiked calamari or chocolate spread on toast with olive oil and chorizo, and an impressive list of beers. Read more.

Taqueria del Sol is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

23. Taqueria del Sol

8.7
1200 Howell Mill Rd NW (at Huff Road NW), Atlanta, GA
Taco Restaurant · Northwest Atlanta · 129 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Seafood specials can be really special. Old favorites -- spicy turnip greens, jalapeno slaw and carnita tacos -- are still worth saying "ole" to as well. Read more.

Wahoo! Grill is one of Atlanta's best restaurant patios.

24. Wahoo! Grill

8.5
1042 W College Ave (btw E Lake Dr & Cambridge Ave), Decatur, GA
American Restaurant · 54 tips and reviews

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Press on through the French doors to the enchanted garden patio out back. Entrees are heavy on seafood, with largely winning results. Read more.