Bon Appetit! Spots for Outside Dining

Enjoy the warmer summer weather and give yourself the night off from making dinner at one of these spots with delicious food and amazing patios.

Howell’s Kitchen & Bar

An eclectic American restaurant bar serving up shareable snacks, delectable pizzas, sandwiches, salads and modern takes on the classics you know and love. In the Underwood Hills neighborhood, kids can get their energy out on the green space while they wait for their choice of chicken tenders, pizza, burger, grilled cheese or pasta. During Sunday Brunch, sip coffee or cocktails with pancakes, hash, shrimp and grits and more. 1962 Howell Mill Rd., Atlanta. 404-565-2221. Daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Superica

With five locations in metro Atlanta, this delicious Tex-Mex restaurant serves fajitas, enchiladas, steak, fish, tacos and more. The whole family will enjoy sharing the Queso Fundido. For weekend brunch, try the Huevos Rancheros, Huevos Divorciados or Huevos Mexicanos. Some locations have covered patios, so you can enjoy your feast rain or shine. See website for hours.

Vintage Pizzeria

The Dunwoody location of this delightful pizza spot has an awesome covered patio. Specialty pizzas include Vintage, Meat Lover, Cheesesteak, Blue Pie, Veggie, Carmen’s Own, White, BBQ Chicken and Traditional. Kids will love building their own pizza or getting a pasta; they offer spaghetti, lasagna, chicken piccata, chicken parmesan, fettuccine alfredo and more. They also have calzones, stromboli, subs and sandwiches. 5510 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd., Dunwoody. 470-359-5982. Closed Mon.; Tues.-Thur. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 4-10 p.m. and Sun. 4-9 p.m.

Lazy Dog

Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with these TV dinner-inspired plates. Dinners include chicken pot pie, lemon chicken, cheese enchiladas, baked pasta and more. Kids can choose from mac and cheese, burgers, noodles, chicken teriyaki or chicken nuggets with fries, carrots or mashed potatoes. Located in The Forum on Peachtree Parkway, there are plenty of sidewalks and green spaces to explore when the kids need a little break from the table. Also, check out the Perimeter Mall and Alpharetta locations. 5224 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree Corners. 470-735-4501. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-11 p.m.

The Treehouse Restaurant and Pub

This pretty locale has an ambient, covered outdoor patio surrounded with plants for a lush, woodsy vibe. Selections include quesadillas, tacos, salads, burgers, grilled chicken, pizzas and sandwiches. Adults will love the wine, beer and spirits selection. The brunch menu includes eggs, salads, brunch pizzas, Belgian waffles, sandwiches and more. The area is also dog-friendly for your pup! 7 Kings Cir. NE, Atlanta. 404-266-2732. Mon.-Tues. 5-11 p.m.; Wed.-Thur. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5-11 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat. 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sun. 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

LEON’s Full Service

Located just off the Decatur Square, this cool restaurant used to be a gas station but is now a unique space with heated and covered patio dining. Get a delicious appetizer for the family to share, such as Crispy Tofu or Frites. For adults, try the North Georgia Trout, and the vegetarian in your family will love the Impossible Burger. Seasonal items are also available for unique meals, and adults will love sipping on the fun cocktails. Kids can choose from classic items: grilled cheese, burger or chicken. 131 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur. 404-687-0500. Mon.-Tues. 5-10 p.m.; Wed.-Thur. and Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

Live! at The Battery

The Battery Atlanta has tons of special spots for family fun, including this two-story entertainment and dining space. With a lower-level patio and an upper-level wrap-around patio, you can grab a bite to eat before heading to a game, or cheer on your favorite team with the TVs. The space houses Sports & Social, a sports bar, gaming parlor and social lounge with table tennis, air hockey and more. The venue is ages 21+ on Fri.-Sat. and during designated special events. Also in the space, PBR makes for a fun date night for your inner cowboy and cowgirl; the space is always ages 21+. 825 Battery Ave. SE, Atlanta. 404-965-2511. See website for hours.

Vesper

Enjoy summer nights in Atlanta at Vesper with the new weekly Paws on the Patio series happening every Sunday. With umbrella-clad bistro tables, this spot has a patio which also offers a bit of shade. Go on a fun date night with classic and ’60s-inspired cocktails, shareable bites and more. 924 Garrett St., Atlanta. 470-610-7229. Sun.-Wed. 5 p.m.-midnight; Thu. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. and Fri.-Sat. 5 p.m.-2 a.m.

Muchacho

Part of the Beltline, this cool spot has an equally cool patio space. Located in an old train depot, chow down on burritos, tacos, sandwiches and more. Adults will love the delicious cocktails. Don’t miss their breakfast options! From matcha to breakfast burritos, they have something for everyone in your party. 904 Memorial Dr. SE, Atlanta. 404-748-9254. Sun.-Thur. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fri.-Sat. 8 a.m.-11 p.m.

El Tesoro

The Edgewood location of this taqueria has delicious tacos, tamales, quesadillas and more, as well as a fun weekend brunch menu. Multiple patio spaces allow seats for more than 175 people, and games keep the kids entertained. 1374 Arkwright Pl. SE, Atlanta. 470-440-5502. Closed Mon.; Tues.-Thur. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall

The camping experience gets an upgrade at Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall! Located on the Beltline’s Eastside Trail, the spot’s elevated campfire cuisine includes lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, beer and cocktails. Trail snacks include boiled peanuts, BBQ fries, wings and more. The patio completes the experience with a summery, campfire vibe. 684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave., Atlanta. 404-458-6838. Sun.-Thur. 11 a.m.-midnight and Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

Shake Shack

Grab a delicious burger, grilled cheese, hot dog, fries, shakes or floats at the Alpharetta location. Vegetarians will love the ‘Shroom Burger, a fried portobello mushroom burger. Check out the other metro Atlanta locations. 11780 Haynes Bridge Rd., Alpharetta. 770-450-0950. Sun.-Thur. 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fri.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m.

Mellow Mushroom

This popular pizza chain was founded in Atlanta. For a groovy good meal, they have delicious stone-baked pizzas, calzones, hoagies, sweets and more, along with gluten-free and vegan options. Multiple locations also offer patios for delightful outdoor dining during the pleasant spring months, including the newer Grant Park spot with two Beltline-facing patios. 1015 Blvd. SE, Atlanta. 470-521-3953. Mon.-Thur. and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

The Big Ketch

Located in Buckhead, this seafood restaurant brings the beach to you! The spot offers oysters, tuna, shrimp and more, along with a patio space with umbrellas. Catch live music on Thursdays. 3279 Roswell Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-474-9508. Sun.-Thur. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

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