Even with an early spring, we’ve waited long enough for Patio Season. It’s here, so it’s time to decide which breezy spot you’ll pick to enjoy a meal, cocktail, or coffee, solo or with friends. Charlotte is filled with roomy patios of all sorts, making it easy to get outside, get your vitamin D, and get that sunny patio vibe where everything just tastes better al fresco.
We’ve put a list together of over 100 Charlotte patios where you can sip and dine outdoors all spring, organized by neighborhood to make planning easy. Enjoy!
SOUTH END (30+ Patios)
VINYL
1440 S Tryon St. Suite 105
Great music, quality drinks, and a spacious patio can all be found at this one-of-a-kind bar in South End.
Canopy Cocktails & Garden
118 E Kingston Ave UNIT 10
From the owners of Charlotte Beer Garden, Canopy Cocktails & Garden is best known for their craft cocktails and vibrant patio garden.
The Waterman Fish Bar
2729 South Blvd, Suite D
Enjoy the spacious patio or rooftop bar at The Waterman, where fresh seafood options abound.
Summerbird
1422 S Tryon St.
Crispy chicken sandwiches and leafy salads are meant to be devoured on Summerbird’s beautiful patio.
Hi-Wire Brewing
340 W Tremont Ave Suite 140
Grab your group of friends for beers, interactive games, wine and draft cider taps, and a large covered patio.
HopFly Brewing Company
1327 S Mint St.
Another great brewery to add to your list to visit this summer is HopFly. Hop in for a brew and then head out to their energetic patio where the real fun begins.
Tremont
2000 South Blvd #530
Recently opened at Atherton Mill, Tremont is the place to be to watch your favorite sports. partake in trivia nights and daily specials, and soak up the sun on their boisterous patio.
La Capital MX
1910 South Blvd
Satisy your cravings for authentic Mexican cuisine while taking in the warm weather on this casual patio.
Indaco
2046 South Blvd
Indaco is serving up Italian staples in Atherton Mill. Head out to their patio which is only yards away from the light rail, but hurry, seats are first-come, first-serve.
Trolley Barn Fermentory
2104 South Blvd
Charlotte’s latest fermentory and food hall features a mezzanine with stunning views of South End.
STIR
1422 S Tryon Street Suite 130
Grab a craft cocktail, some fresh oysters, and relax outside on Stir’s spacious patio located in the heart of South End.
Right next door are Hot Taco, Slate Billiards and All-American Pub – all offer a fun patio atmosphere along the light rail.
Charlotte Beer Garden
1300 S. Tryon St.
A Charlotte favorite, Charlotte Beer Garden has multiple outdoor spaces perfect for spring. Find a spot on the dog-friendly first-floor patio, covered balcony on the second floor, or covered patio on the rooftop.
Gilde Brewery
3530 Dewitt Ln
An authentic German brewery experience with a social patio.
Brewers at 4001 Yancey
4001-A Yancey Road
Grab a bite and pint as you sit out on this patio with great city views.
Barcelona Wine Bar
101 W Worthington Ave Ste 110
Take in the fresh air while enjoying tapas and refreshing cocktails from Barcelona Wine Bar. Next door is Superica’s courtyard-style patio
PARA
235 W Tremont Ave Suite 100
PARA offers globally influenced small plates and creative cocktails along with a cozy patio to dine on. Note: their outdoor seating is available at a first-come-first-serve basis.
The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery & Biergarten
4150 Yancey Rd
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is another go-to for sunny spring days. Grab a beer and snag a spot in the beer garden.
Leroy Fox (also on Sharon Amity in Cotswold)
1616 Camden Rd Suite 150
Enjoy southern-inspired cuisine while out on the patio at Leroy Fox.
Hawkers Asian Street Food
1930 Camden Road #260
Hawkers boasts a colorful patio that opens up to the dining area and overlooks Jeni’s Ice Cream. Pro tip: order drinks from their outside bar window as you wait for a table.
Protagonist
227 Southside Dr Unit A
In the mood for some craft beer and pizza? Then Protagonist is your place. Not into beer or pizza? They still have your back (but they may think you’re crazy). They also offer an extensive cocktail list, a full bar, and plenty of choices for wine drinkers. Grab a slice and a craft brew and hang out on their open patio.
Southbound
2433 South Blvd.
Chill out on Southbound’s patio while you devour tacos, chicharrones & other street food bites. Look out for their lunch specials Monday through Friday.
Pins Mechanical Co
307 W Tremont Ave
Feed your competitive side and enjoy the spring weather at Pins Mechanical Co. The patio offers fire pits, plenty of spots to sit, and larger-than-life games.
Suffolk Punch Brewing
2911 Griffith St.
Suffolk Punch has a beer garden-inspired outdoor space that can’t be missed during spring. Stop by in the morning for coffee and brunch, or in the evening for brews and dishes from their rotating menu.
Sycamore Brewing
2161 Hawkins St.
Quench your thirst for local brews at Sycamore Brewing. Their expanded patio sets the stage for the ever-popular Food Truck Friday rallies and is sure to be packed all weekend long.
Flower Child
1537 Camden Rd
Take in the warm temps on Flower Child’s colorful patio.
Lincoln Street Kitchen & Cocktails
1320 S Church St. Suite 400
A great view of Uptown can be found at Lincoln Street Kitchen & Cocktails rooftop.
Hoppin’
1402 Winnifred St.
Pour your own beer and wine at Hoppin‘, where lawn games await on the patio.
Mac’s Speedshop
2511 South Blvd
Mac’s Speed Shop’s patio accommodates guests at long picnic tables and live bands.
Ruby Sunshine
332 West Bland St.
Enjoy brunch with the girls on Ruby Sunshine’s sunny patio.
NODA
Optimist Hall
1115 N Brevard St.
Grab food at any of Optimist Hall’s food stalls and then grab a spot to sit on the bright sunny patio with a view of the Charlotte skyline.
El Thrifty
1115 N Brevard St., Suite 202 (Optimist Hall)
Around the corner from Optimist Hall, swing on floating chairs and sip a margarita at El Thrifty.
Billy Sunday
1115 N Brevard St. UNIT 1 (Optimist Hall)
Downstairs from Optimist Hall is Billy Sunday, where you can find curated cocktails and vintage spirits along with a spacious covered patio.
The Goodyear House
3032 N Davidson St.
The Goodyear House is a patio lover’s dream. Perfect for spring nights, the courtyard patio has its own bar and seating centered around a stunning holly tree.
Haberdish
3106 N Davidson St.
The patio at Haberdish is a don’t-miss along North Davidson Street
NoDa Company Store
3221 Yadkin Ave
Built in an old home, enjoying a drink or live music the patio at NoDa Company Store quite literally feels like relaxing in your own backyard. This fusion concept that is part gallery, part bar and part music venue attracts neighbors from near and far.
Rosie’s Wine Garden
940 N Davidson St.
Grab a glass (or bottle) of vino and some delicious pastries as you stroll the beautiful grounds at Rosie’s Wine Garden.
SOUTHPARK
Bonterra
6809-A Phillips Pl C
New to Phillips Place, Bonterra has a locally-sourced, chef-driven menu as well as an extensive wine and cocktail list. Sit out on the sunny patio as you sip and dine for lunch or dinner.
Village Tavern
Corner of Barclay Downs and Morrison Blvd. 4201 Congress St.
The Village Tavern patio on Barclay Downs is a long-time favorite of Charlotteans. The restaurant interior is clubby and tavern-like, but the expansive patio offers dozens of tables to enjoy our sunny southern days.
Leo’s Italian Social
4720 Piedmont Row Dr Suite 150
Sit back and relax on the new sun soaked patio at Leo’s Italian Social located in Piedmont Town Center.
MIZU
Hyatt Centric SouthPark
Take in views of beautiful SouthPark as you dine atop of the Hyatt Centric Southpark Charlotte. MIZU is best known for woodfired seafood cooked on a Robata grill.
Toscana
6401 Morrison Blvd #6-B
Located in the Specialty Shops is Toscana, where diners enjoy peaceful courtyard seating in the beautiful Spring weather. Toscana is known for its authentic Tuscan cuisine and house-made pasta.
Dilworth Tasting Room SouthPark
4905 Ashley Park Ln Suite J
Spend the beautiful days of spring and summer sipping wine on this airy patio.
Dogwood Southern Table
4905 Ashley Park Ln
Dogwood Southern Table’s patio offers a quiet corner in SouthPark’s Ashley Square retail center to enjoy delicious cocktails or a glass of wine and dinner.
Rusty Bucket
4810 Ashley Park Ln
At Rusty Bucket, you can enjoy patio dining year-round.
Fine & Fettle
4905 Barclay Downs Dr.
Fine & Fettle’s outdoor verandah is the perfect spot to relax as you enjoy a handcrafted cocktail made with seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients.
Bulla Gastrobar
4310 Sharon Rd
The patio at Bulla Gastrobar is spacious and open year-round for you to enjoy tapas-style plates and drinks inspired from Spain.
The Cowfish Sushi Burger Bar
4310 Sharon Rd
Cowfish, located at The Village at SouthPark, always has a strong patio bunch. Expect American burger and Japanese sushi together on a patio bursting with the energy of SouthPark shoppers. Get there early to grab a seat.
Cordial
1824 Roxborough Rd
Enjoy cocktails, tapas, and sunset views from the 8th floor of the AC Hotel in Southpark at Cordial.
UPTOWN
Mariposa
500 S Tryon Street
International tapas and a quaint patio can be found at Mariposa, a new restaurant at the Mint Museum Uptown.
Brown Bag Seafood Co.
601 S Tryon St.
For a casual bite, head to Brown Bag Seafood Co.‘s newest location situated in Uptown.
La Belle Helene
300 S Tryon Street Suite 100
La Belle Helene is just as stunning outside as it is inside. Dine on French bistro fare from the patio to enjoy the early spring weather.
Sea Level
129 E 5th Street
The urban oasis patio at Sea Level, a farm-to-fork concept focused on local NC seafood, opens up to 5th Street.
Cloud Bar by David Burke
555 S McDowell St.
Take in the breathtaking views of Uptown as you sip on signature cocktails atop of Le Méridien.
Fahrenheit
222 S Caldwell St.
Snap an Insta-worthy skyline pic from the patio of Fahrenheit.
Merchant and Trade
303 S. Church St.
Take in stunning city views at Merchant and Trade, on the 19th floor of the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel.
Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo
220 E Trade Street Suite 2200
Enjoy New American food and delicious cocktails at Nuvole 22 while cozying up on this rooftop patio with sweeping city views.
Mimosa Grill
327 S Tryon St.
The spacious patio at Mimosa Grill has a covered overhead and fans, sure to keep you comfortable no matter the weather.
Angeline’s
303 S Church St.
Enjoy Angeline’s modern American, Italian-influenced fare on their stunning patio that invites you to escape and relax.
Aura Rooftop
124 E Stonewall St.
One of Uptown’s newest rooftop bars, Aura Rooftop is on the 5th floor in JW Marriot Uptown. Take in the views as you sip on botanical cocktails while soaking in the sunshine.
Caroline’s Oyster Bar
120 E Stonewall St.
Also in the JW Marriot Uptown is Caroline’s Oyster Bar, where patio season is year-round.
Essex Bar & Bistro
101 S Tryon St. #14
Essex Bar & Bistro brings a fusion of handcrafted food and drinks to Uptown. The first thing you’ll notice is the beautiful patio overlooking our city’s busiest hub.
Stoke Charlotte
100 W Trade St.
Looking for a year-round retreat? Look no further than Stoke Charlotte. Stoke debuted its all-weather patio in Fall 2019, located just off of the Stoke bar in the atrium between the Charlotte Marriott City Center and 101 N. Tryon.
Fin & Fino
135 Levine Avenue of the Arts #100
Enjoy a delicious cocktail from Fin & Fino and sip on their small patio on the Levine Avenue for the Arts.
Reid’s Fine Foods (SouthPark & Uptown)
4331 Barclay Downs Dr., 135 Levine Avenue of the Arts Suite 120
The patios at Reid’s Fine Foods in Uptown and SouthPark are the place to be on a warm day for dinner and drinks. Or take a look at their new breakfast and espresso bar menu while enjoying a spring morning on the patio.
HopFly Brewing Company
1327 S Mint St.
Unwind on the brewery’s patio with a can (or pint) of great quality beer, always.
VBGB Beer Hall & Garden
920 Hamilton St.
Try the best Charlotte brews and better than your average bar food eats at VBGB Beer Hall & Garden. Take a step out to the family-friendly patio where you can find fun bar games like oversized Jenga, Connect Four, and cornhole.
PLAZA MIDWOOD
milkbread
1431 Central Ave
New to Plaza Midwood, milkbread offers a quaint patio to sit on as you enjoy fresh milkbread donuts and crispy chicken sandwiches.
Burial Beer Co.
1214 Thomas Ave
A full bar, mouthwatering eats, and a roomy rooftop deck can all be found at this new Plaza Midwood spot.
Resident Culture Brewing
2101 Central Ave
To grab a brew outdoors, head down Central to Resident Culture Brewing for their spacious patio.
The Royal Tot
933 Louise Ave Suite 350
Paradise awaits you at The Royal Tot, a new Bird’s Nest rooftop. Expect all things tropical ~ cocktails and food, all while feeling like you’re at a beach bar. Nothing says spring and summer more than hanging out on their rooftop and sipping on a fruity drink.
Yafo Kitchen
1331 Central Ave #101
At Yafo Kitchen, you can expect a fast, casual, Middle East street food concept with high standards. The best pair to that? Patio seating.
Pinhouse
2306 Central Ave
Spend the evening on Pinhouse’s huge patio where they offer 72 self-serve taps with beer, cider, seltzer and wine, duckpin bowling, and live music. Check out their Instagram page for daily specials.
Moo & Brew
1300 Central Ave
When the beer and burger craving hits, head to Moo & Brew. Sink your teeth into one of their specialty burgers as you sit out on the sunny patio.
Whiskey Warehouse
1221 The Plaza
A go-to for refreshing drinks and a good view. Whiskey Warehouse is a place where you’d be just as comfortable cheering on your favorite team on one of the big screens as you would swinging by for appetizers.
Legion Brewing
1906 Commonwealth Ave
A favorite in the brewery scene is Legion Brewing, with their expanded outdoor space a perfect one for craft beer sipping.
Myers Park, Eastover, Dilworth
The Penguin
1531 East Blvd
Decadent burgers, slurp-worthy ramen, famous fried pickles, and a dog friendly patio are all at this new Dilworth eatery.
Link & Pin Arboretum
8128 Providence Rd #1200
An inviting patio perfect for sunny day hangs. Link & Pin is known for its chef-inspired food menu, curated cocktails, and cozy environment.
Napa on Providence
110 Perrin Pl.
This Napa Valley-inspired eatery lives and breathes everything vino – from its interior design to the airy feel of its patio.
Ace No. 3
829 Providence Rd
Simple but delicious burgers, boozy shakes and beer, and a cozy patio to hang out on. What more do we need?
Selwyn Avenue Pub
2801 Selwyn Ave
Neighborhood favorite Selwyn Pub takes advantage of their outdoor patio with a healthy happy hour following and is a fan favorite for game day watchers.
Dilworth Tasting Room
300 E Tremont Ave
Head to Dilworth Tasting Room, a wine bar with sharable plates and an outdoor oasis in a category of its own. Venture past the koi pond and grab a quiet table tucked under trees and market lights.
Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
911 E Morehead St.
Stop by Dilworth Neighborhood Grille’s patio to grab a bite and brew with your neighbors.
Kid Cashew
1608 East Blvd.
Enjoy delicious Mediterranean fare while overlooking lively East Boulevard on Kid Cashew’s roomy patio.
RuRu’s Tacos & Tequila
715 Providence Rd
Taco Tuesdays are complete at Ruru’s Taco’s and Tequila. Sit out on their sunny patio as you enjoy unique taco creations and ice-cold margaritas.
Flour Shop
530 A Brandywine Rd, Back Lot Park Rd Shopping Center
Enjoy local handcrafted food and a curated wine list all while sitting outdoors at this Park Road favorite.
Rocksalt Charlotte
512 Brandywine Rd
Craving seafood? Rocksalt lets you enjoy a craft beer or glass of wine with your oysters on their patio overlooking the greenway in Park Road Shopping Center.
Also in Park Road Shopping Center is Burtons Grill & Bar, where the sleek modern feel extends to the patio. Head outdoors to feast on classic steakhouse favorites.
Cantina 1511
4271 Park Rd
If Tex-Mex is your craving, Cantina 1511’s patio is easy & convenient in PRSC. Authentic, chef-inspired Mexican cuisine with locations in Toringdon Circle, Park Road Shopping Center, and Mooresville.
Across Park Road, Pasta and Provisions provides creates the perfect setting to enjoy your Caprese pizza with outdoor furniture and a funky mural.
Angry Ale’s
1518 Montford Dr.
Grab some wings and beers on the lively year-round patio with TV’s at Angry Ale’s.
JJ’s Red Hots
1514 East Blvd
JJ Red Hot’s is a fun place the kids and the whole family will love. Choose your favorite hot dog from their impressively large menu, and head upstairs. You’ll walk out onto their rooftop dining area where you can watch over all of the happenings on East Boulevard.
South Charlotte, Ballantyne
Duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse
9805-D Sandy Rock Pl
A local favorite, Duckworth’s has a patio that needs to be talked about. Sit outside while sipping on an ice-cold pint, munching on some delicious pub fare, and taking in the sights of Rea Farms.
OpenTap
5010 Carmel Ctr Dr
Recently opened in South Charlotte, OpenTap has an unique indoor/outdoor space that includes a shade garden, front yard, tree house mezzanine and perch, a food truck port, patio, and tap room.
Foxcroft Wine Co.
7416 Waverly Walk Ave
Enjoy wine and small plates at Foxcroft Wine Co. on their beautiful patio.
Ilios Noche
11508 Providence Rd
Rea Farms boasts a traditional Italian al fresco dining experience at Ilios Noche.
CharBar No.7
Locations in Mint Hill and Matthews
Both locations feature a spacious patio that’s open year-round.
And Beyond…
The Garrison: A Cocktail Bar & Restaurant
314 Main St, Pineville
The Garrison, nestled in charming and historic Downtown Pineville, has indoor and outdoor seating for you to dine on.
The Pump House
575 Herrons Ferry Rd, Rock Hill, SC
In Rock Hill, grab a seat overlooking the Catawba River at The Pump House.
The Waterman Fish Bar LKN
9615 Bailey Rd, Cornelius
Located just minutes from Lake Norman, The Waterman Fish Bar is a great spot to hang out with friends on their wrap around patio. When you’re done eating, head to the back for a game of cornhole on their grassy area.
Port City Club
18665 Harborside Dr, Cornelius
Relax on Port City Club’s waterfront patio as you sip on handmade cocktails and fresh seafood.
Hello, Sailor
20210 Henderson Road, Cornelius
Sip a cocktail or nibble on small plates at Hello, Sailor along the beautiful shores of Lake Norman in Cornelius.
Kindred
131 N Main Street, Davidson
Kindred’s enchanting patio is the icing on the cake to a handcrafted meal.
Midwood Smokehouse
16710 Birkdale Commons Pkwy, Huntersville
Sink your teeth into mouthwatering barbecue at Midwood Smokehouse while enjoying the sunshine.
Farm Haus Butcher & Beer Garden
9762 Charlotte Hwy, Indian Land, SC
Just outside of Ballantyne in Indian Land, Farm Haus Butcher & Beer Garden has a patio that is rarely empty, and we can see why. Take advantage of the spring temps while sitting on their long wooden tables as you jam out to live music with a beer in one hand and a Haus-made sausage in the other.
