Seattle restaurants reopened just in time for summer, on June 5th–n for dine-in service. Since then, restaurants have been renovating and following safety guidelines, increased sanitation and implementing social distance policies.
If you’re in Seattle or heading there soon, these are 10 outdoor dining spots you should hit up for great ambiance, food, and drinks!
Located in Capitol Hill, this spot is perfect for indulging in amazing chicken and waffles. You can dine on their sidewalk patio beginning at 4 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m on the weekends.
Enjoy incredible lasagna while sitting in the deck patio and taking in views of the Downtown waterfront.
If you’re into tapas-style dishes, this is your spot. Seating is limited, so it’s best to book reservations beforehand.
Head to the back patio to enjoy amazing dishes like pork belly steam buns, duck fat tater tots, and seared scallops. If you book ahead, you’ll get a chance to experience the garden terrace, aka “Sawyer Food Court.”
Craving Korean food? Head to Revel, which was closed for renovations but is now back and better with a new patio open from Tuesday to Saturday.
Red Cow serves up the best steak frites and aesthetics. The outdoor patio is covered in cobblestone and lights but get there early because the seating fills up quickly.
Indulge in Mexican food at this covered outdoor patio overlooking Lake Union. It’s the perfect place to relax with a margarita in one hand and a taco in the other.
If you’re looking for a spot to get dressed up and dine out, head to Aqua, an upscale seafood restaurant located at downtown’s waterfront.
This Vietnamese restaurant is known as being one of the best in Seattle and has a lot of patio seating.
Come for the amazing Thai food and stay for the $3 bottles of Thai beer. The colorful space will also have you feeling joyous.