Austin Best Restaurants with Outdoor Patios
Austin is home to a number of the very best patios made ideal for all coctails and eating. Also is know for allow your furry friend to dine with you – but only on the patio. These are not necasarrily dog friendly patios – you may want to call ahead. We did pick the very best patios. Best view, best comfort, best for large parties and best for over all enjoying the great Austin outdoor scene. When the weather is nice – Everybody wants to be outdoors and benefit from dining under the Austin stars or just in great weather before the famous Texas heat wave hits. These patios are so famous – you may have to wait during peak hours.
Manuel’s Great Hills
10201 Jollyville Road
Austin, TX 78759
(512) 345.1042
From farm to sea, we prepare Mexican food infused with unique, savory flavors, and steeped in tradition. Our award-winning mole and famous margaritas transport you to a place of timeless satisfaction. For over three decades Manuel’s restaurant has delighted local residents, politicians, musicians, and students in Austin, Texas. Manuel’s food is prepared with love and care, using high quality, local, and seasonal ingredients. The beef, chicken, and pork we serve are all natural, and our seafood is wild-caught from certified sustainable waters. Our fresh fish is hand cut daily, never frozen. Salad dressings and fried foods are made with canola and virgin olive oils, and we feature many gluten-free, dairy free, and vegetarian options. Muchas Gracias for choosing Manuel’s! – manuels.com
Odd Duck
1201 S Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
Parties of seven or less may book using the RESY link below. Keep in mind that if you do not see your preferred time, you may join us on a walk-in basis; seating is based on availability. We institute many styles of dining in our restaurant. Your seats can vary from any of the following options and assignment of seating is based upon availability at the time of the reservation: High top indoor seating; outdoor private and communal style seating; low top indoor seating; bar and chef’s counter seating. Our bar is not first come first served. – oddduckaustin.com
Iron Cactus
606 Trinity St.
Austin, TX 78701
512-472-9240
The flagship of our company, our Austin downtown Mexican restaurant and tequila bar is located in the heart of historic 6th Street. The turn of the century building was remodeled in 1996 to include our famous Rooftop Patio which offers a fantastic view of Austin. This three-level restaurant has become the standard to which locals, tourists, university students, and business people compare the rest. So much so that it is the number one choice for incredible food, refreshing fresh lime juice margaritas and atmosphere on 6th street making it very different than the majority of Mexican food restaurants in the Austin area. – ironcactus.com
Spider House
2908 Fruth St.
Austin, TX 78705
512-480-9562
One of Austin’s legendary hotspots since 1995, Spider House Patio Bar & Ballroom Arcade & Trailer Park offers a laid back environment for it’s patrons to meet friends over delicious specialty cocktails and an artisan inspired menu each day and night. Work remotely courtesy of the free Wi-Fi until 2AM every night. The inside bar offers plenty of nooks and crannies for work or pleasure. Our cafe features gourmet coffee with a wide selection of local and craft beers on tap, a seasonal wine list, full bar, as well as refreshing cocktails that feature fruity concoctions from local favorites JuiceLand. The Outdoor Patio blanketed in Christmas lights, has earned itself national attention from travel and destination blogs. – spiderhouseatx.com
Red’s Porch
3508 South Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
512-440-7337
Beer, burgers & Southern/Tex-Mex eats with a patio, horseshoe pitch & second-story bar with views. We never claimed to be good at math, but who needs it when Half Tex-Mex, Half-Cajun and Half-Southern equals a whole lotta love. Even when it’s hot in the summer, the upper deck has water cooled fans to make it comfortable. Red’s Porch is available for a variety of types and sizes of parties. Our staff provide a wide range of catering options: anything from a company happy hour to a rehearsal dinner and, of course, everything in between. Vegetarian options are available! We offer buffet style menus for parties of 30 and more. Because every function has unique needs, we can consult with you to decide which bar and food options are best for you. – redsporch.com
The Brixton
1412 E. 6th Street
Austin, TX 78702
512-370-2749
The Brixton opened in October of 2009 as a Clash-themed neighborhood punk dive bar. We’ve seen the neighborhood grow over the years and embraced the change with seasonal drink menus, local Austin draft beers, weekly events and plenty of places to sit and chill with your friends. After a major remodel in November of 2012 we’ve hosted plenty of parties, celebrity guest bartenders, bands, DJs, movie nights and badass SXSW parties. We have a cozy covered patio with heaters in the winter & fans in the summer, a couple of TVs and a giant patio projector to watch whatever you’re in to. We’re available for private events, happy hour get-togethers and SXSW events. Swing by when you’re on the east side. Bring your dog if you want — we love the pups! – thebrixtonaustin.com
Hula Hut
3825 Lake Austin Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
512-476-4852
Enjoy Hula Hut’s Famous “Mexonisian” twist on life under our open-air Palapa. It’s located right outside Hula Hut with a view of Lake Austin. We’ve hosted many types of events, including birthday gatherings, corporate functions, rehearsal dinners and even a wedding. Bamboo walls, plenty of shade and thousands of colored lights! All set right on the water so you can enjoy a true island experience. – hulahut.com
The Little Darlin’
6507 Circle S Rd.
Austin, TX 78745
512-814-0999
This bar had a great vibe indoors and out. The location is great for meeting up with friends in a central location if you’re all in different areas surrounding the greater Austin area. The outdoor area is large with lots of lounge style wood chairs. Lots of picnic tables and spots to sit and chat. The music wasn’t overwhelmingly loud so it was easy to hear my friends and have an actual conversation. During the daytime hours it’s okay to bring kids to run around outside and play. The menu isn’t catered to children but you could make it work. Very casual but several notches above a dive bar. The outside is well kept with fans and mister sprayers. They have a great selection of beer. Always a good place to come chill and get a drink. – Yelp.com
Ciclo
98 San Jacinto Blvd.
Austin, TX 78701
+1 (512) 685-8300
Spanish for “cycle,” Ciclo is a modern Texas kitchen featuring locally inspired flavors and ingredients with a Latin influence, all brought to life through a unique collaboration between Chef de Cuisine James Flowers and world-renowned chef and restaurateur, Richard Sandoval. Ciclo’s name reflects its focus on menu offerings that change seasonally, from ceviches, crudos and grilled and smoked meats to inventive craft cocktails. As the literal and figurative core of the hotel, Live Oak draws guests in with a welcoming ambiance and palpable energy,
from its lively central bar to the expansive deck where locals and visitors gather as Austin’s nightlife comes alive.- cicloatx.com
Stephen F’s Bar
701 Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78701
512-457-8800
Welcome to Stephen F’s Bar, the historic bar nestled on the 2nd floor of our iconic hotel. Known for crafting delicious and eccentric cocktails, our elegant bar features plush seating, an intimate ambience, and a stunning patio with unparalleled views of the Texas State Capitol. Stephen F’s Bar is dedicated to preserving the slice of history that the hotel represents in the city of Austin. After undergoing significant renovations in the 1990s, the hotel is now a shining example of timeless elegance, and Stephen F’s Bar reflects that admirably. – austin.intercontinental.com
