When the weather is just right, when we’ve got a good group of friends together, and when those friends happen to be very hungry, we like to sit on a patio for dinner. As you well know, the Phoenix area has some of the finest outdoor restaurants anywhere, many of which we’ve tried ourselves. But which are our favorites? Here are a few of the best outdoor restaurants in the Phoenix area, courtesy of your friends at Avondale Nissan.
The Best Outdoor Restaurants in the Phoenix Area
Culinary Dropout — Three Phoenix-area locations
For upscale foodstuffs and drinks crafted by terrific mixologists, the appeal of Culinary Dropout is obvious. Particularly if you visit the location at The Yard, the open air concept is welcoming and uplifting, making this a terrific place to enjoy a long evening with live music, great food and friends.
Gertrude’s — Desert Botanical Garden, Phoenix
If your visit to a patio restaurant should also be served with a slice of scenery, you can’t do better than Gertrude’s. Nestled inside the Desert Botanical Garden, this restaurant features farm-to-table ingredients and locally flavored dishes that represent the culture of Arizona and the surrounding Southwest.
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Postino — Three Phoenix-area locations
If the wine bar scene is more your speed, the Postino WineCafes have you covered. With elegant seating, ambient lighting and an assortment of great food pairings, it’s no wonder that these have become some of Phoenix’s most popular evening destinations. For a lively night with friends, you can’t do better.
So honored to have made @OpenTable‘s list of the Top 100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in America! https://t.co/Fxk512ZN2O via @Forbes
— LON’s & Last Drop (@LONsAndLastDrop) May 25, 2016
Lon’s — Paradise Valley
If you enjoy the artful design of old Arizona courtyards, then Lon’s is for you. With a giant fountain, large firepit and terrific view of Camelback Mountain, your surroundings will be downright inspiring. Then, once you’ve feasted on the famous “Three Little Pigs” dish, the circle of inspiration will be complete.
Does all of this talk of patio restaurants make you hungry? Well, we won’t keep you. Enjoy your evening out, and then come see us soon at Avondale Nissan!
