The best outdoor dining spots in Raleigh

It’s finally spring! That means it’s time for outdoor dining, which is an incredibly popular choice in the city. Both locals and tourists flock to outdoor bars and cafes to grab a bite to eat.

Check out these restaurants with the best outdoor dining in Raleigh!

The best outdoor dining options in Raleigh

If you are looking for outdoor dining in Raleigh, we have a few restaurant recommendations for you. Here is our complete Raleigh outdoor dining guide.

Mulino is known for its craft cocktails and delicious wood-fired pizza.

This restaurant is close to downtown and offers a large outdoor seating area that can fit more than 100 people.

They offer unique burger creations with toppings such as fried green tomatoes and pimento cheese. Grab a burger and a margarita, and lounge on their outdoor patio.

You can also visit them on the weekends between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. for a classy outdoor brunch.

Located in the former Raleigh Times newspaper building, Raleigh Times Bar is a must-see.

They have a beautiful rooftop patio that offers a great view of the city.

They also have many incredible craft beers and cocktails to choose from while you are enjoying the fresh air. If you’re lucky enough to stop by on a Tuesday, you can take advantage of their incredible tacos.

Sitti serves authentic Lebanese food, while Gravy is a family-owned Italian eatery.

Make sure to stop by every Thursday for a new cupcake flavor that is served with a mini champagne bottle to-go.

Diners can enjoy an intimate dinner on Jolie’s rooftop patio, “Le Rooftop.” This cozy French bistro serves both classic and modernized French dishes from world-famous Chef Scott Crawford. If you want to get a table up on the roof, it is recommended to make a reservation, as tables are limited.

Craving pizza? Check out Trophy Pizza in downtown Raleigh. Trophy has a cozy outdoor patio where you can enjoy an incredible pizza paired with one of their many craft beers.

You can even order dough-to-go so you can make your own Trophy pizza in the comfort of your own home!

Raleigh Beer Garden is nearly 8,500 square feet with a large outdoor dining patio and rooftop bar. This location has been made famous by Guinness World Records for having the largest selection of draft beer (around 400 beers on tap).

In addition to their beer, they also have delicious bar snacks, refreshing salads, and mouthwatering pizzas.

Wilson’s Eatery is a favorite among locals. It is a traditional Southern restaurant serving locally sourced sandwiches, flatbreads and salads that will leave you both full and happy.

Wilson’s Eatery shares its property with Lynwood Brewing Concern, so you can finish your meal off with one of their incredible beers in the outdoor garden. Dogs are also welcome here!

Did we miss something? Email us your favorite outdoor dining spots in Raleigh at deyermann@wral.com.