The 11 best restaurants to dine outdoors in Philadelphia
by Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme
Updated May 30, 2024
Outdoor dining options are popping up everywhere across the City of Brotherly Love: Philadelphia’s thriving open-air dining scene include massive patios, streetside setups, and rooftop escapes.
A beloved French restaurant draws crowds for its sidewalk tables and Rittenhouse Square Park views. The spacious outdoor lounge at a festive cantina was made for sipping Oaxacan old fashioneds. A historic ship doubles as a riverside restaurant, known for upscale seafood and steaks.
There’s not a more refreshing way to take a bite out of Philadelphia’s food culture. Read on for a guide to 11 restaurants that nail outdoor dining.
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