Cheers to These 15 Best Atlanta Patios for Fall Dining

Fall is here and that means cooler temperatures and the chance to enjoy some patio dining at some of Atlanta’s best dining establishments!

Fall is my favorite season, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by enjoying a meal or drink on one of Atlanta’s great patios! Here’s a roundup of some of the best places in Atlanta to enjoy patio dining this fall.

• COOKS & SOLDIERS. This James Beard-nominated Basque restaurant features a modern and airy patio, perfect for soaking in the fall breeze. 

• LITTLE SPARROW. Experience a Parisian autumn on the patio and warm up with velvety, melted cheese over crispy frites with the raclette service. 

• BAR BLANC. The steak friterie’s prix fixe menu is better enjoyed al fresco, overlooking the train tracks from the newly opened, French-inspired patio. 

• NO. 246. This fall, no. 246 is featuring a new daily rotation of “blue plate specials” —from clam bucatini and rotolo di bolognese to lobster fra diavolo—perfect for enjoying the changing Decatur leaves and twinkling lights on the patio of this classic Italian spot.

• MARCUS BAR & GRILLEChe. ck out Edgewood Ave’s fall foliage from the patio at Marcus Bar & Grille. Dine under heaters and savor warm, vibrant Southern staples like the buttery M’s cornbread. Blankets are also provided! 

• BEETLECAT. Oyster season is upon us! Every weekend at the “oyster-ette,” you can stay warm on the covered and heated patio. Complete your meal with the newly added brown butter almond cake with orange mascarpone—a perfect blend of cozy flavors for the season.

• SUPERICA. At all locations, put your liquor blanket on with a margarita & snack on famous Superica salsa, classic Tex-Mex staples & more on the heated patios. 

• LURE SALTWATER KITCHEN & BAR. What better way to kick off fall than at Midtown’s newest patio bar? Try the revamped menu and cocktail list while enjoying the fall breeze in the fresh outdoor space on Crescent Ave.

• ECCO. Unwind outside amongst heaters at both spots or beside the fire pit at the Buckhead location while snacking on artisanal meat and cheese or the beloved goat cheese balls.

• LITTLE REY. Little Rey’s covered and heated patio offers the perfect outdoor space for enjoying melt-in-your-mouth tacos “al carbon,” fried plantains, cervezas, and more. The newest Northcreek location, surrounded by lush greenery, provides a beautiful setting to take in as the leaves change. 

• ALMA COCINA BUCKHEAD. Fiesta into fall with delicious Mexican and Latin American cuisine on the half-indoor, half-outdoor wrap-around patio—perfect for staying warm or soaking in the fall air. 

• SOUTH CITY KITCHEN. At the Buckhead location, feast on iconic bites like the fried green tomatoes & classic smokey grilled pork chops alongside a fire pit surrounded by comfy lounge chairs OR enjoy warm overhead heaters on the enclosed patio at the Midtown location. 

• LA TAVOLA. Dine on the intimate covered patio, surrounded by heaters, at this Virginia-Highland staple with authentic Italian dishes and seasonal specials. 

• ELA. The newest Pan-Mediterranean spot in VA-Hi features a lively patio perfect for fall, adorned with globe lighting and wicker pendants that create a warm, inviting atmosphere – covered & equipped with heaters for chillier days. 

• MARCEL. Discover Atlanta’s MICHELIN-recommended steakhouse with its inviting patio, perfect for fall. Savor dinner classics like l’entrecôte and oysters “Marcel,” paired with a selection from their wine library, all while enjoying the charming outdoor ambiance enhanced by a roaring fire pit for the cooler months ahead. 

Looking for more outdoor dining options in the Atlanta area? Check out our comprehensive list of the 43+ Best, Most Amazing Patio Spaces!