Now that the weather is warming up and the days are getting longer, the ideal season for outdoor dining is upon us.

Thankfully, the folks at review site Yelp have us covered with a list of some of the best outdoor dining spots in town. As per usual, the ranking is determined by reviews from actual Alamo City diners.

Unlike snowy northern cities, San Antonio has the opportunity to dine al fresco for most of the year, and it shows with our plethora of outdoor options. Just make sure you enjoy them before the brutal temps of summer hit.

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2. Il Forno 122 Nogalitos St “Everything is so fresh and new and so good! I ordered the meatballs and the Americano Pizza and the dough is so fresh. The meatballs were hot and spicy. Definitely recommending to family and friends.” – Gabriel C. Credit: Instagram / ilfornosa
18. Area 51 Food Park
12275 Potranco Rd, (210) 214-1748
“This food truck park is very spacious, they had about 6 trucks open with a variety of food choices like Hawaiian, Cajun, Mexican & more. It’s an alien theme & they have “aliens” running around sometimes , it’s really entertaining. The evening we went they had an open mic night & I’ve seen that they have entertainment often.” – Gabby G. Credit: Instagram / Area 51 Food Park
17. Savor 200 E Grayson St #117, (210) 554-6484, savorcia.com “As for me, this was a first time experience from a restaurant of a culinary school. With that said, all I can say is that – “Everything was great”. As soon as you walk through the door, you receive a cheerful greeting from the host and we were immediately seated (we did make reservations). I noticed the welcoming vibe the establishment offered, nicely decorated and welcoming.” – Maitina M. Credit: Photo via Instagram / ciasavor
16. Tlahco Mexican Kitchen – Stone Oak 1662 Encino Rio, Suite 100, tlahcokitchen.com “Delicious and authentic Mexican food! I love Tex-Mex as much as the next person, but it’s so refreshing to have authentic Mexican food served in handmade ceramics. The service is quick, the prices are slightly higher than other Mexican restaurants but worth it. It’s an unassuming and casual atmosphere, but the food is high quality” – Nicole D. Credit: Photo via Instagram / tlahco.mk
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14. Helotes Beer Garden
14687 Old Bandera Rd Helotes, tlahcokitchen.com
“This place is awesome and a perfect place to sit out on a nice evening and catch live music when Floore’s is jumping.” – Michael B. Credit: Instagram / Helotes Beer Garden
Clementine 2195 NW Military Highway, (210) 503-5121, clementine-sa.com Over in Castle Hills is a strip mall that hosts Clementine, a charming restaurant concept with stylish decor and a globally-inspired menu. This unassuming eatery’s mission is to make upscale dining approachable, which is perfect for couples wanting a lowkey experience — but a sensational meal — on a special night. Credit: Courtesy Photo / Clementine
12. Sanchez Ice House 819 S. San Saba St., (210) 223-0588, facebook.com/SANCHEZICEHOUSE “Very interesting place. For those looking for a new experience, this is it. Lots of beautiful, shiny motorcycles and their riders filled the outdoor patio area.” – Ang. W. Credit: Photo via Facebook / Sanchez Ice House 1 & 2
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10. The Cove
606 W. Cypress St., (210) 227-2683, thecove.us
“The vibe is nice in here — they have both indoor and outdoor seating so I can imagine in the warmer weather that it’s a good evening spot!” – Tyler W. Credit: Nina Rangel
8. Cheba Hut Toasted Subs 2907 N Loop 1604 E, (726) 201-7934, chebahut.com/locations/sanantonio-redlandplaza “Creative sandwiches, great drink selection and a killer vibe. This isn’t your grandma’s sub shop: there’s a full service bar, large outdoor patio area and a ‘toasted’ atmosphere. Relax- there’s nothing illegal in the food or drink — it’s just the vibe.” – Sarah L. Credit: Instagram / chebahut_sanantonio
4. Outlaw Kitchens 2919 N Flores St, (210) 300-4728, outlawkitchens.com “I highly recommend this place. The food is delicious it really tastes like a nice home made meal. The staff is also very nice and did a great job explaining the menu to us and everything. Please check it out!!” – Austin G. Credit: Photo via Instagram / outlawkitchens
6. Meadow Neighborhood Eatery + Bar 555 W. Bitters Rd. Ste. 110, (210) 481-4214, meadowsanantonio.com “Love this place! Love the menu selections and the variety. The outdoor seating is nice especially next to the fire.” – Melissa H. Credit: Photo via Instagram / meadow_sa
Box Street All Day 17038 Fiesta Texas Drive, Suite 112, (210) 265-3435, boxstallday.com Hemisfair brunch favorite Box Street All Day opened a second brick-and-mortar location early in 2024, this one near the Shops at La Cantera. Credit: Courtesy Photo / Box Street All Day
4. Pharm Table 611 S Presa St Suite 106, (210) 802-1860, https://www.pharmtable.com/ “I can’t get enough of the incredible vibes here, especially with the charming outdoor seating surrounded by lush plants.” – Kalia A. Credit: Courtesy Photo / Pharm Table
3. El Mirasol 938 N. Loop 1604 West, (210) 592-8576, elmirasolsa.com “Wow! This place is amazing! There are two locations and both are fantastic. The NW military location is more modern and hip for lack of a better word. The Blanco location is old school and is great for outdoor eating. Both locations provide a 10 out of 10 for food and service. You can’t go wrong at either location.” – RJ Credit: Photo via Instagram / elmirasolsa
2. The Yard @ 1224
1224 Talley Rd., (210) 290-8998, theyard1224.com
“Great dog friendly patio! My pup loved the pup meal!!! $5 for a pup cup and an unseasoned beef patty. Brunch on the weekends was perfect. Loved the chicken and waffles. Also recommend coming for the live music on Friday and Saturday nights. Also has a play area on the patio for kids.” – Tracy H. Credit: Instagram / @theyard1224
1. Camp Outpost Co. 1811 S Alamo St., (210) 942-4690, eatatcamp.com “I love this place for a hang out with friends like in a group settings because of their spacious place! I love any place outdoor seating and this place has it!” – Jaesel P. Credit: Courtesy Photo / Camp Outpost Co.