Outdoor Dining Guide
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10 Arts by Eric Ripert 
Seats: 16. Dine al fresco at the top of the landing of the Ritz Carlton. Mind the baggage carts please.
Alison At Blue Bell
Seats: 20. Reservations for outdoor dining accepted day of, weather permitting. Great Peach sangria.
Alma De Cuba
Seats: 16. With the closing of Brasserie Perrier, these seats will be even more in demand.
Amada
Seats: 12. Perfect for last second reservations. These tables are held depending on the weather.
Anjou
Seats: 33. Old City strolls by as you enjoy a cocktail.
Ants Pants Cafe
The small courtyard is in high demand. The single table on South Street, not so much.
Apamate
Did you know the South Street Spanish spot had a courtyard? Now you do.
APO Bar + Lounge
Rooftop drinking of fine concoctions.
Audrey Claire
Seats: 25. We've seen wedding receptions on the sidewalk.
Azie - Media PA
Seats: 40. Rooftop deck overlooks Media.
Bar Amalfi
Seats: 8. Italian wine and a construction zone.
Bar Ferdinand
On Saturday nights paella is cooked along the walkway.
Beau Monde
Crepes on a sidewalk cafe.
Belgian Cafe
The big tree on Green offers so much cover, it's dry harbor in a shower.
Bindi
Seats: 14.
Bishop's Collar
Outdoor seating along two sides makes Bishop's Collar a popular outdoor spot for a drink or a bite.
Bistro La Baia
A leafy canopy provides shade at this corner location.
Bistrot La Minette
Seats: 47. Ample streetside seating plus a quaint courtyard.
Bliss
Seats: 16. Feel the energy of Broad Street as you dine.
Branzino Italian Ristorante
Seats: 12. If the construction across the street has paused, it's actually a quiet spot.
Bridget Foy's
Check out the South Street scene from the safety of BF's raised sidewalk cafe.
Byblos
Seats: 10. How about a sidewalk hookah?
Cadence Restaurant
Dine or drink above the din and gaze through the glass ceiling of the Kimmel Center.
Cake
Cakes and pastries, lunch, coffee, tea as well as breakfast items.
Cantina Los Caballitos
Hipsters and lifers make this spot a people watching dream.
Capogiro 13th St
Seats: 10.
Capogiro Rittenhouse
Seats: 10.
Caribou Cafe
Seats: 14.
Chick's Cafe
The bright sidewalks are a nice contrast to Chick's dark interior.
Chifa
Seats: 8.
Continental Midtown
Seats: 26. Plus rooftop chilling
Continental Restaurant
Seats: 40.
Coquette Bistro & Raw Bar
Sidewalk dining in Queen Village.
Coyote Crossing - Conshohocken
One of the best courtyards in the area.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
Seats: 16. Be transported back to Cuba as 2nd Street reminds you exactly where you are.
D'Angelo's Ristorante Italiano
Seats: 16.
Devil's Alley
Seats: 12. A broad sidewalk for dining, beware smokers from Drinkers.
Devon Seafood Grill - Philadelphia
Finally freed of scaffolding, Devon regains its curbside appeal.
Di Vino Wine Bar
Seats: 16. Just steps from Rittenhouse Square. Stop off for wine and a pizza or charcuterie.
Dock Street Brewery
Cool down with a cold beer as you relax on the sun-drenched sidewalk.
Doobie's
Sitting outside at Doobie's isn't really Doobie's. But that isn't entirely a bad thing.
Du Jour Gourmet Market
Seats: 20. At the base of the Symphony House, settle in for a bite as you scan the Avenue of the Arts.
Effie's
A courtyard tucked along an alley off of Pine St.
El Camino Real
Chill outside without the tension of a border crossing.
El Vez
Seats: 33. The colorful fun of El Vez doesn't stop on the sidewalk.
Ernesto's 1521 Caf
Seats: 8. Broad sidewalk, Kimmel Center facing, ain't bad.
Estia
Seats: 16. Look out at that grand dame, the Academy of Music as you enjoy Greek food.
FARMiCiA
Seats: 16.
For Pete's Sake
A chill neighborhood spot in which to unwind.
Fork Restaurant
Seats: 9.
Franco's Trattoria
Enjoy the view of the Schuylkill River, ignore the sounds of Rt. 1.
Franklin Fountain
Seats: 35. Rest assured, you weren't as obnoxious as those kids when you were younger.
Franklin Square
Perfect for a Starr burger or a Banh Mi in from Chinatown.
Friday Saturday Sunday
Seats: 12. A quiet street, a perfect treat.
Gardenia
Beautiful outdoor courtyard serves lunch from Tuesday to Saturday and offers brunch on Sundays.
Gayle
The Herb Garden behind Gayle is a South Street oasis.
GiGi Restaurant & Lounge
Seats: 28. Dine outside but not on the sidewalk in Old City. Maybe you'll see a pro athlete too.
Giorgio on Pine
Seats: 10. Haven't seen any outdoor seating this year.
Horizons
Vegetarian eats al fresco.
Illuminare
Fairmount's gourmet pizza spot has a back yard.
Irish Pub
Seats: 19. There's a time and a place for the Irish Pub. Outdoor seating is that time.
Irish Pub
Seats: 10. Great for people watching at happy hour.
Izumi
Enjoy sushi by the singing fountain.
Jack's Firehouse
Breezeway dining off sun drenched Fairmount.
Jamaican Jerk Hut
If it's good enough for Cameron Diaz, it's good enough for you.
Johnny Brenda's
Broad sidewalks make this a surpringly comfortable spot to dine or chill.
Jones
Seats: 21. Fido friendly, it's a fine spot to take a load off as you tour visitors around the historic area.
Kanella
Seats: 20.
Kite & Key
With windows that swing wide open, indoors and outdoors is a gray line.
L2
The Graduate Hospital area mainstay has opened its windows and placed some tables on the sidewalk.
La Fontana Della Citta
Seats: 22.
La Viola
Seats: 6. Al fresco and cheap. A good combination.
La Viola Ouest
Seats: 10. Less din on 16th than inside.
LaScala's - Philadelphia
Seats: 40.
Le Virtu
Italian food in a courtyard on Passyunk.
Little Fish
Outdoor dining basically doubles the corner spot's capacity.
Lolita
Seats: 20. It's a tight sidewalk but it's always fun. Maybe it's the tequila.
London Grill
Lots of tables but they're often full.
Mad Mex
The courtyard is a fine respite from where to chill and drink.
Mama Palma's
Hefeweizen, pizza and a setting sun, city living!
Manayunk Brew Pub
Huge deck overlooks the Schuylkill River.
Marathon Bar (Walnut Street)
Seats: 28.
Marathon Grill (Chestnut Street)
Seats: 68.
Marathon Grill (Market Street)
Seats: 200. Biggest outdoor spot in the city.
Marathon On The Square
Seats: 20. Tight quarters but the seats are in high demand.
Melograno
Seats: 9. Not as much outdoor seating at the Sansom Street location of Melograno. But what's there is protected from the street by the parked cars.
Meme
If Melograno was any indication, these seats will be in high demand.
Mercato
Seats: 16. You can't help but feel sophisticated dining outside this Spruce Street BYO.
Meritage
Pick a bottle or two from the wine list as you dine under a shady tree.
Mexican Post
Seats: 88. Great for happy hour with co-workers, there's nothing wrong with cheap margaritas.
Misconduct Tavern
Seats: 15.
Mixto
Seats: 12. There's always an energy at the bustling Pine Street spot.
Moriarty's
Seats: 25. Too much walking? Recover out front or along the side at Moriarty's.
Moshulu
Some of the best views you can hope for as you dine atop the big old ship.
N. 3rd
From brunch to late night, N. 3rd's sidewalk tables will be in use.
Naked Chocolate Cafe
A frozen hot chocolate while relaxing under an umbrella.
New Wave Cafe
Once the waiting room for Dmitri's this Queen Village spot is a destination of its own now.
Nineteen - XIX
Whether for dinner or drinks, the balconies at XIX have the best view in the city.
Noble American Cookery
Seats: 4. Indoors or outdoors, split the difference at Noble.
O'Neal's
There's a courtyard behind O'Neal's complete with HDTV.
Oceanaire Seafood Room - Philadelphia
Many people don't realize that Oceanaire has an outdoor space.
Old City Cheese Shop
Seats: 2. Quaint courtyard behind the tiny shop and restaurant.
Osteria
The courtyard dining is now available all year long.
Pad Thai
New this year, Pad Thai has sidewalk seating.
Pagano's Market
Seats: 72. The big Commerce Square courtyard is a great idea for lunch in the sun.
Palace at the Ben
Seats: 20. Indian food al fresco? Beats the heck out of a buffet.
Parc
This stylish addition to Rittenhouse Square offers a sidewalk terrace that is the perfect place to bring to dine outside overlooking the park.
Pietro's Coal-Oven Pizza
Seats: 16. Walnut Street is close but at least there's a gate between you and the street.
Pizzicato
Seats: 48. Maybe it's just tourists but the tables outside Pizzicato are always full.
Plaza Cafe
Watch the fountain dance as you wine and dine with food from Table 31.
Plough & the Stars
Seats: 21. The high chairs just force you to be more judgmental. It's ok, what was she thinking wearing that?
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
Seats: 28. Even being just a floor above the street can take you on a trip. The floor to ceiling photos of Italian coast don't hurt either.
Pub & Kitchen
Seats: 36. Careful, the chairs are comfortable and there is almost always a breeze.
Pub on Passyunk East
When the POPE is too dark, head outside.
Pumpkin Cafe
Seats: 8. Dine on your freshly made sandwich under the orange awning.
Q BBQ & Tequila
Seats: 16. BBQ on picnic tables. Just the way God intended it.
Race Street Cafe
Seats: 13. You like bridges and trains. Check out both from the Race Street Cafe.
Raw Sushi & Sake Lounge
There's no way the outdoor courtyard at Raw is in Philadelphia. Rejoice though, it is!
Reading Terminal Market
Take food from any merchant to one of RTM's outdoor tables.
Ristorante Panorama
Seats: 17.
Roberto Cafe
Roberto Cafe has a quaint courtyard behind the dining room.
Rotten Ralph's
Seats: 20. Get up close and personal with the purple paint job.
Rouge
Seats: 40. The spot that started it all. See the people who haven't left since.
Rx
Seats: 9. It's a quiet West Philly corner.
Sabrina's Cafe
Seats: 17. Sabrina's is the epitome of our Space Invaders designation. Enjoy your French toast among the salivating devotees.
Saute
Seats: 25. The BYOB has gotten some nice press but so far the courtyard has been overlooked.
Sidecar Bar & Grille
For food or drink, the outside tables at Sidecar are always in high demand.
Silk City Diner
Seats: 50. It's a groovy courtyard beside the Silk City Diner.
Skinners Tavern
Seats: 20. Recommended highly for First Friday.
Slate
Seats: 8. A couple of tables are available outside this storefront restaurant.
SliCE
Quality pizza outdoors in South Philadelphia.
Snackbar
Seats: 12. For the Rittenhouse set who can manage to make it from Rouge or Parc.
Society Hill Hotel
Seats: 34. A great vantage point from which to witness Old City without getting doused with Axe Body Spray.
Southwark
Get 1/2 priced bottles of wine in the garden with dinner Tuesday through Thursday.
St. Stephen's Green
Fairmount has great trees. Dine under some of them here.
Standard Tap
The deck is nice although quite sunny. Wait to nightfall and spy in the windows across the way.
Swift Half
Seats: 50. Overlooking the main stage at the Piazza at Schmidt's, expect these tables to be in high demand all summer.
Tango
Next to the R5 in Bryn Mawr the deck and outdoor bar is a great spot to hang or eat.
Tavern 17
Seats: 6.
Teikoku Restaurant
Seats: 36.
Ten Stone
The outdoor seats at Ten Stone get workout from brunch through late night.
Tequila's Restaurant
Seats: 21. Tequila's goes all out on the sidewalk but don't forget to check out the decor inside.
Tinto
Seats: 8.
Trattoria Prima Donna
Seats: 12.
Tria Cafe Rittenhouse Sq
Seats: 23.
Tria Cafe Wash. Sq West
Seats: 24. WashWest's Tria has a fascinating parade of people.
Triumph Brewing Company - Philadelphia
Seats: 24. The broad Chestnut Street sidewalk provides plenty of room for sampling Triumph's beers and bites.
Twenty Manning
Seats: 30. Sidewalk dining done right, complete with heaters and misters.
Union Trust Steakhouse
Seats: 12. The soaring ceiling at Union Trust is more impressive than anything you'll see on Chestnut Street. But if al fresco steak is a must, you can do it here.
Valanni
Seats: 16. Lots of seats at the Spruce Street spot.
Valley Green Inn
At the end of Forbidden Drive is one of the most picturesque spots in the city.
Vango
Rooftop lounging with a great skyline view.
Varga Bar
Seats: 30. One of the primary attractions of Varga Bar is its extensive outdoor seating.
Vino Restaurant Lounge
Seats: 60. Plenty of al fresco opportunities at the wine bar on the Piazza at Schmidt's.
Water Works Restaurant & Lounge
River, Art Museum and Boathouse Row. Check, check and check.
ZINC Bistro a Vins
Seats: 8. Zinc brings four large barrels to the sidewalk for outdoor dining.
Zocalo
The Lancaster Ave spot has a fine backyard.
