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These 12 Nashville restaurants ace outdoor dining

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by Kellie Benz
Updated May 29, 2024

Nashvilllians love a good patio almost as much as they adore live music. Which explains why alfresco restaurant options here have exploded over the years.

Escape the Hillsboro Village crowds at a swanky steakhouse with a hidden rooftop. Cool off with a cocktail in a downtown wading pool. Book your own private cabana at a fun-loving neighborhood hangout, complete with margarita flights and lawn games.

Whether you’re looking for a lively downtown patio or a relaxed suburban oasis, Nashville’s got a place for you. Read on for a guide to 12 city restaurants that nail outdoor dining.

4.4 (40)
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar
Downtown

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Perched on the 19th floor of the 1 Hotel downtown, Harriet’s Rooftop is where you go for one sleek alfresco experience. Fire pits and string lights amp up the skyline and sunset views, so don’t miss a photo op—preferably with a cocktail in hand, like a blood orange Aperol spritz or a watermelon mule. Harriet’s Asian-accented menu is known for top-tier share plates like flash-fried shishitos, tuna crudo, bao buns, and specialty sushi rolls.

Top review
LeslieVIP
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Excellent experience for our party of 28! The staff was exceptional and the food was amazing. Halie and her team created a VIP lounge experience. Everyone commented on how wonderful the event was.

Perched on the 19th floor of the 1 Hotel downtown, Harriet’s Rooftop is where you go for one sleek alfresco experience. Fire pits and string lights amp up the skyline and sunset views, so don’t miss a photo op—preferably with a cocktail in hand, like a blood orange Aperol spritz or a watermelon mule. Harriet’s Asian-accented menu is known for top-tier share plates like flash-fried shishitos, tuna crudo, bao buns, and specialty sushi rolls.

Top review
LeslieVIP
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Excellent experience for our party of 28! The staff was exceptional and the food was amazing. Halie and her team created a VIP lounge experience. Everyone commented on how wonderful the event was.
4.8 (801)
$31 to $50
American
East Nashville

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Even though it channels a childhood dream, The Treehouse is well-suited for a grown-up date—or just a casual neighborhood hang. Its colorful exterior and wrap-around patio (with a dedicated outdoor bar) add to the playful vibes, which also extend to the New American menu. Order the whipped ricotta in truffle oil and honey to start and consider mains like koji steak served with cheesy mashed potatoes, crispy mushrooms, and herb butter.

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Joe
Dined 1 day ago
Every time we visit the Treehouse we are planning our next time back. Food is delicious, drinks are amazing (Get the espresso martini with Corsair Vanilla Bean Vodka) and everyone working there are so friendly! 10/10

Even though it channels a childhood dream, The Treehouse is well-suited for a grown-up date—or just a casual neighborhood hang. Its colorful exterior and wrap-around patio (with a dedicated outdoor bar) add to the playful vibes, which also extend to the New American menu. Order the whipped ricotta in truffle oil and honey to start and consider mains like koji steak served with cheesy mashed potatoes, crispy mushrooms, and herb butter.

Top review
Joe
Dined 1 day ago
Every time we visit the Treehouse we are planning our next time back. Food is delicious, drinks are amazing (Get the espresso martini with Corsair Vanilla Bean Vodka) and everyone working there are so friendly! 10/10
4.8 (2514)
$31 to $50
American
Germantown

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Geist is one of the few remaining examples of Old Nashville—with a modern twist. The chic interior (a former blacksmith shop) maintains an industrial feel, but the outdoor space can’t be missed: Geist’s full patio and courtyard, called the Champagne Garden, has an outdoor fireplace, wrought-iron fencing, and ambient string lights. It’s a beautiful backdrop for digging into reimagined Southern dishes like pork chops, roasted chicken, and vegetable risotto.

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PerrinD
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect spot for a group of 7. Here for a conference and drinks, food, and ambience were perfect!

Geist is one of the few remaining examples of Old Nashville—with a modern twist. The chic interior (a former blacksmith shop) maintains an industrial feel, but the outdoor space can’t be missed: Geist’s full patio and courtyard, called the Champagne Garden, has an outdoor fireplace, wrought-iron fencing, and ambient string lights. It’s a beautiful backdrop for digging into reimagined Southern dishes like pork chops, roasted chicken, and vegetable risotto.

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PerrinD
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect spot for a group of 7. Here for a conference and drinks, food, and ambience were perfect!
4.2 (1371)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Midtown

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Escape the Hillsboro Village crowds at this swanky steakhouse with a hidden open-air rooftop overlooking Wedgewood and 21st Avenues. E3’s full menu is available to order at the outdoor bar or dining tables, including shareables such as bacon-wrapped dates and massive mains like a 42-ounce tomahawk ribeye. Pair your dish with a craft cocktail or glass of wine to sip while you enjoy top-notch people-watching and live music—this is Music City, after all.

Top review
WendyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We visited on a Monday and the restaurant only had customers at 3-4 tables at the time. All the staff members including the receptionist were highly professional and very nice. The steak and salmon were well seasoned and cooked well. Price range is on the high end but as expected for high quality food and service. The banana foster cheesecake with flambe at the table was a highly unique and enjoyable experience offered by our waiter, Jordan, and was perhaps the best cheesecake I've had. It was a memorable evening. Thanks, E3!

Escape the Hillsboro Village crowds at this swanky steakhouse with a hidden open-air rooftop overlooking Wedgewood and 21st Avenues. E3’s full menu is available to order at the outdoor bar or dining tables, including shareables such as bacon-wrapped dates and massive mains like a 42-ounce tomahawk ribeye. Pair your dish with a craft cocktail or glass of wine to sip while you enjoy top-notch people-watching and live music—this is Music City, after all.

Top review
WendyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We visited on a Monday and the restaurant only had customers at 3-4 tables at the time. All the staff members including the receptionist were highly professional and very nice. The steak and salmon were well seasoned and cooked well. Price range is on the high end but as expected for high quality food and service. The banana foster cheesecake with flambe at the table was a highly unique and enjoyable experience offered by our waiter, Jordan, and was perhaps the best cheesecake I've had. It was a memorable evening. Thanks, E3!
4.7 (3227)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
The Gulch

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This chic Gulch spot boasts two superb outdoor dining spaces. Both patios are extensions of the Art Deco-inspired interiors, complete with geometric brass railings and built-in wooden benches. The Mockingbird’s popular weekend brunch menu is available from Wednesday through Sunday and offers playful riffs on American comfort foods, such as the Tots Alot, a pile of crispy potatoes smothered in pork sausage gravy and topped with a fried egg.

Top review
Brooke
Dined 7 days ago
Definitely a cute restaurant and good food. Highly recommend happy hour.

This chic Gulch spot boasts two superb outdoor dining spaces. Both patios are extensions of the Art Deco-inspired interiors, complete with geometric brass railings and built-in wooden benches. The Mockingbird’s popular weekend brunch menu is available from Wednesday through Sunday and offers playful riffs on American comfort foods, such as the Tots Alot, a pile of crispy potatoes smothered in pork sausage gravy and topped with a fried egg.

Top review
Brooke
Dined 7 days ago
Definitely a cute restaurant and good food. Highly recommend happy hour.
4.4 (225)
$31 to $50
American
Downtown

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Pinewood Social is a eat-and-play destination during any season, but its raucous outdoor patio comes alive when the weather warms up. Play a round of ping pong or bocce ball, or cool off by wading in one of two dipping pools on the grounds. Lunch and dinner include salads, shrimp rolls, and steak soaked in a brown butter bourbon sauce—plus plenty of cocktails, beer, wine, and coffee to accompany the outdoor fun.

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TonyT
Dined 2 days ago
Love the set up of the restaurant. Service was amazing. Hush puppies were very disappointing as they were extremely dry. Short rib was 8/10.

Pinewood Social is a eat-and-play destination during any season, but its raucous outdoor patio comes alive when the weather warms up. Play a round of ping pong or bocce ball, or cool off by wading in one of two dipping pools on the grounds. Lunch and dinner include salads, shrimp rolls, and steak soaked in a brown butter bourbon sauce—plus plenty of cocktails, beer, wine, and coffee to accompany the outdoor fun.

Top review
TonyT
Dined 2 days ago
Love the set up of the restaurant. Service was amazing. Hush puppies were very disappointing as they were extremely dry. Short rib was 8/10.
4.6 (5083)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Brentwood

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This stately Southern restaurant sits on a historic former estate and horse farm. The two-story brick building makes an enchanting setting for traditional steakhouse fare and sides like Yukon mashed potatoes and duck fat wild mushrooms. The inviting patio is enclosed by wrought-iron fences and strung with twinkling lights, and it’s just as ideal for date night as it is for a casual Sunday brunch.

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LaneVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Fabulous spot for business lunch. Salmon on corn cakes is my favorite dish.

This stately Southern restaurant sits on a historic former estate and horse farm. The two-story brick building makes an enchanting setting for traditional steakhouse fare and sides like Yukon mashed potatoes and duck fat wild mushrooms. The inviting patio is enclosed by wrought-iron fences and strung with twinkling lights, and it’s just as ideal for date night as it is for a casual Sunday brunch.

Top review
LaneVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Fabulous spot for business lunch. Salmon on corn cakes is my favorite dish.
4.7 (895)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Edgehill

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Sadie’s bright Mediterranean-influenced interior is charming, no matter the season. But its circular outdoor patio steals the spotlight when the weather warms up. Grab a seat to sip on photogenic cocktails and mocktails, complete with fruity, floral garnishes—happy hour happens on the patio or at the bar from 4 pm to 6 pm on Monday through Thursday. Drinks can easily turn into dinner, thanks to exquisite dishes like whipped feta with honeycomb and Moroccan-spiced lamb kebabs.

Top review
Julie
Dined on Mar 12, 2025
Wonderful spot on a warm early spring evening to sit outside on their nice covered patio; great service; love the small plates/most of the menu as shareable; baba ganoush was really good; fun guava mocktail; enjoyed their falafel and artichoke heart small plates. Fresh and delicious food. Highly recommend!

Sadie’s bright Mediterranean-influenced interior is charming, no matter the season. But its circular outdoor patio steals the spotlight when the weather warms up. Grab a seat to sip on photogenic cocktails and mocktails, complete with fruity, floral garnishes—happy hour happens on the patio or at the bar from 4 pm to 6 pm on Monday through Thursday. Drinks can easily turn into dinner, thanks to exquisite dishes like whipped feta with honeycomb and Moroccan-spiced lamb kebabs.

Top review
Julie
Dined on Mar 12, 2025
Wonderful spot on a warm early spring evening to sit outside on their nice covered patio; great service; love the small plates/most of the menu as shareable; baba ganoush was really good; fun guava mocktail; enjoyed their falafel and artichoke heart small plates. Fresh and delicious food. Highly recommend!
4.9 (881)
$30 and under
Lebanese
Waverly / Melrose / Breeze Hill

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Owner Maher Fawaz and co. have fueled 12 South with modern Lebanese food since 2014. Warmer months call for crisp olive-oil martinis and prime people-watching on Epice’s airy patio, decked with sleek white furniture and greenery. Come at lunch for a lahmajin sandwich—spiced ground lamb, pickles, and creamy labneh inside fresh pita. Classic Middle Eastern dishes like sayadeya, a fish and vermicelli rice dish flavored with turmeric and coriander, take center stage at dinner.

Top review
pdxknitteratiVIP
Dined 5 days ago
So delicious! We came for an early dinner (4:45); the restaurant filled in a lot before we left. Everything was perfectly plated, and so flavorful. Thanks for a great meal.

Owner Maher Fawaz and co. have fueled 12 South with modern Lebanese food since 2014. Warmer months call for crisp olive-oil martinis and prime people-watching on Epice’s airy patio, decked with sleek white furniture and greenery. Come at lunch for a lahmajin sandwich—spiced ground lamb, pickles, and creamy labneh inside fresh pita. Classic Middle Eastern dishes like sayadeya, a fish and vermicelli rice dish flavored with turmeric and coriander, take center stage at dinner.

Top review
pdxknitteratiVIP
Dined 5 days ago
So delicious! We came for an early dinner (4:45); the restaurant filled in a lot before we left. Everything was perfectly plated, and so flavorful. Thanks for a great meal.
4.6 (142)
$30 and under
American
Germantown

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The outdoor seating options at Sonny’s Patio Pub and Refuge range from picnic tables to private cabanas, making it especially good for group hangs. Bring a crew and kick off with a mimosa or margarita flight to get the party started, then soak up the drinks with excellent bar bites like mahi mahi tacos, loaded tater tots, or a smashburger topped with habanero bacon jam. Then stretch your afternoon with lawn games, darts, and vintage arcade games at this laid-back neighborhood gem.

Top review
Susan
Dined on Oct 6, 2024
Great service and food! One of my favorite spots to watch NFL games. Highly recommend!

The outdoor seating options at Sonny’s Patio Pub and Refuge range from picnic tables to private cabanas, making it especially good for group hangs. Bring a crew and kick off with a mimosa or margarita flight to get the party started, then soak up the drinks with excellent bar bites like mahi mahi tacos, loaded tater tots, or a smashburger topped with habanero bacon jam. Then stretch your afternoon with lawn games, darts, and vintage arcade games at this laid-back neighborhood gem.

Top review
Susan
Dined on Oct 6, 2024
Great service and food! One of my favorite spots to watch NFL games. Highly recommend!
4.6 (134)
$30 and under
Caribbean
Franklin

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Island vibes come to landlocked Franklin at Kokomo Trading Company, a Caribbean-inspired oasis. There are a few patio tables by the restaurant’s entrance, but an all-out outdoor party unfolds out back where a turf-covered, string-lit patio invites you to mingle around couches and firepits. The seafood-forward menu, featuring mains like lemon butter-glazed salmon and lobster bisque, pairs perfectly with a colorful frozen daiquiri flight.

Top review
ConstanceVIP
Dined on Feb 17, 2025
Great food and service…just close to nearby tables of louder clients. Hope they grow more popular and and have a larger space to share their great menu and service!

Island vibes come to landlocked Franklin at Kokomo Trading Company, a Caribbean-inspired oasis. There are a few patio tables by the restaurant’s entrance, but an all-out outdoor party unfolds out back where a turf-covered, string-lit patio invites you to mingle around couches and firepits. The seafood-forward menu, featuring mains like lemon butter-glazed salmon and lobster bisque, pairs perfectly with a colorful frozen daiquiri flight.

Top review
ConstanceVIP
Dined on Feb 17, 2025
Great food and service…just close to nearby tables of louder clients. Hope they grow more popular and and have a larger space to share their great menu and service!
4.4 (4237)
$31 to $50
American
The Gulch

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Head to this longtime Gulch hotspot to be in the center of Nashville’s action. Live music and a rooftop patio make it a go-to for the ultimate Music City meal. And the performers don’t just stick to country, so you’ll hear everything from jazz to rock and roll. Sambuca’s menu is just as versatile, featuring salads and snack boards, plus heavier mains like a 16-ounce ribeye and chicken parmesan. Don’t miss one of the area’s best outdoor happy hours on weekdays from 4 pm to 7 pm.

Top review
Tyre
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
The atmosphere was great and the shrimp and crab dip was very good. However I wish their menu had a bit more to offer as far as entrees go. It was pretty bleak in my opinion. Great service. Great live music! I’d come again for a drink

Head to this longtime Gulch hotspot to be in the center of Nashville’s action. Live music and a rooftop patio make it a go-to for the ultimate Music City meal. And the performers don’t just stick to country, so you’ll hear everything from jazz to rock and roll. Sambuca’s menu is just as versatile, featuring salads and snack boards, plus heavier mains like a 16-ounce ribeye and chicken parmesan. Don’t miss one of the area’s best outdoor happy hours on weekdays from 4 pm to 7 pm.

Top review
Tyre
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
The atmosphere was great and the shrimp and crab dip was very good. However I wish their menu had a bit more to offer as far as entrees go. It was pretty bleak in my opinion. Great service. Great live music! I’d come again for a drink
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