Philadelphia, PA
- Spring has arrived in Philadelphia, with temperatures reaching 82 degrees this week. But more importantly, it is patio season. Many locales in Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs recently relaunched al-fresco dining and drinking with notable hotspots like the Dutch, Bluebird Distilling, and Stella of New Hope.
Where to Dine and Imbibe Al Fresco Around Philly
The Dutch
The popular breakfast-through-dinner eatery, with a focus on reinventing the Pennsylvania Dutch classics along with a few fine dining "Fond" favorites at dinner, offers diners ample sidewalk seating at their corner space on 11th and Tasker Street, with stunning views overlooking the Singing Fountain on East Passyunk Avenue. You can enjoy a delicious brunch or a hyper-seasonal meal while enjoying carefully crafted cocktails, beer, and wine. Oysters and Rose will be open from April 6 through the summer months. $19 per person , Available every Thursday at 5-9pm on the patio or at the bar.
Hours of Operation: Monday-Tuesday, 8am-3pm, Wednesday-Friday, 8am-3pm; Friday, 8:30-3pm; 5:30-9pm, Saturday, and Sunday, 8am-2pm; 5pm-9pm.
1537 S 11th St. | 215.551.5000 | https://thedutchphilly.com/
East Passyunk Avenue
Home of more than 160 independently-owned businesses. It's a cultural center for South Philadelphia dining and drinking with an impressive selection of top-tier restaurants and bars that offer outdoor patios.
For hours of operation, visit the websites of the businesses.
1904 E. Passyunk Avenue | http://www.visiteastpassyunk.com/
Bluebird Distilling
In Phoenixville’s grain-to-glass craft distillery. It has an open-air, dog-friendly, large patio. Matt Giarratano, Beverage Director, has created a patio perfect for sipping craft cocktails. Guests can snag a seat al fresco and enjoy a myriad of refreshing tipples includingPseudosophistication ($12) crafted using Bluebird Distilling Vodka, grapefruit cordial, turmeric shrub, lemon juice, and cardamom, the Mad Corny ($12), built with Bluebird Distilling Dark Rum, Bluebird Distilling Four Grain Bourbon, falernum, lime juice, angostura bitters, and absinthe, and Were They Psychos? ($13), made with Bluebird Distilling Agave Blanco Salvaje, pineapple syrup, and Matteo's blend bitters.
These are the hours of operation:
Cocktail Service: Monday & Tuesday 4 pm -- 11 pm, Wednesday & Thursday 4 pm - 12 am, Friday& Saturday 1 pm -12 am, Sunday 1 pm - 11 pm
100 Bridge Street | 610.933.7827 | https://bluebirddistilling.com/
Assembly Rooftop Lounge
Center City’s elegant year-round rooftop lounge offers panoramic views of City Hall, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Details are coming soon.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Saturday, 4pm - 10:30pm Bar is open until noon on Friday and Saturday, 4pm - 10:30pm Bar is open from Friday to Saturday until 2am on Saturday
1840 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | 215.963.2723 |www.assemblyrooftop.com
Stella of New Hope
Located on Main Street, overlooking the Delaware River. It has an expansive deck with stunning river views, Bucks County Playhouse, and the nearby small town Lambertville. Enjoy a variety of refreshing cocktails, wine, and local beers, as well as a selection of fine dining from Executive Chef Michael O'Halloran.
Hours of Operation: Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, 4-9pm; Friday and Saturday, 4-10pm; Saturday brunch from 11am to 2pm.
50 S Main Street | 267.740.2691 |www.stellanewhope.com
Urban Farmer
Logan Square's contemporary American steakhouse. It has an outdoor patio offers stunning views of Logan Circle, the historic Logan Circle, and the Swann Memorial Fountain. Diners and imbibers can reserve an outdoor table during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch service and enjoy seasonal starters such as Pan Roasted Pork Belly, locally sourced Cheese Plate, and house-made Charcuterie Board.
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday, 8am-2pm for Brunch, Monday through Sunday, 2pm-11:30pm for Dinner
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | 215.963.2788 | www.urbanfarmersteakhouse.com
XfinityLive!
A dynamic, sports-anchored venue in the heart of South Philadelphia. It offers a stunning outdoor space to enjoy the great weather and share a meal or drink with your friends. It is ideal for large groups as it offers comfortable seating and ample space to move about. Victory Beer Hall's patio is 2,000 square feet and features a fire pit and a view of Philadelphia. 1100 Social's outdoor space has multiple flat-screen TVs, bars, and fire pits. There are also lounge-perfect Adirondack chairs and a shaded area for sunny days.
Xfinity Live!'s patios have multiple bars and many screens. They are perfect for watching any sporting event or game. Xfinity Live! is currently planning a series of summer concerts. Xfinity Live! is the ideal place to relax and enjoy some sunshine.
1100 Pattison Ave | 267.534.4264 | www.xfinitylive.com
CO_OP Restaurant & Pub
The bright and contemporary restaurant is located in The Study Hotel. It has an enchanting patio with garage doors that add more sophistication to the space. The patio is conveniently located at 33 rd, Chestnut Streets, between Penn and Drexel. It offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The garage doors add a luxurious and unique touch to the ambiance. They also blend indoor and outdoor spaces seamlessly making it an ideal spot for intimate gatherings, romantic dates, or casual evenings with friends.
CO-OP is open every day from 7am-10pm. CO-OP serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The bar serves 4pm-10pm.
At The Table
Wayne’s award-winning fine-dining BYOB maybe move later in the year to larger digs at Lancaster Ave. But that doesn't mean you can still enjoy the spring and summer al-fresco seasons on Chefs Alex or Tara's Louella Court location just off the main drag. The large tent at At The Table's patio keeps guests dry and warm, even amid April showers.
Hours of Operation: Thursday through Saturday, 5pm-10pm
11 Louella Court, Wayne, PA | 610.964.9700 | www.atthetablebyob.com
MilkBoy Philly
It's in Center City and offers sidewalk seating and happy hour Monday through Friday, 4-6 pm. This includes $2 off draft beer, wine glasses, and cocktails. The outdoor spot is a hot spot for casual dining and offers a variety of mixed drinks and canned beers, as well as a unique selection of house-made seltzers that can be enjoyed al fresco.
Hours of Operation: Daily from 7am to 2am
1100 Chestnut Street | 215.925.6455 | https://www.milkboy.tv/
Royal Boucherie
Old City's vibrant and atmospheric neighborhood bar and restaurant. The rooftop patio boasts a carefully curated craft cocktail menu, French-forward wines, and a full dinner and weekend brunch menu. You can enjoy contemporary French classics like Steak Frites made with tomato provencal, green sauce, and frites. Also, you can dine outdoors on the covered sidewalk and intimate second-floor garden - Philadelphia's best-kept secret gems.
You can enjoy a delicious tipple, such as the Rue des Fraises, made of Arette Tequila and Pamplemousse.
Hours of Operation: Monday through Thursday, 4pm-10pm; Friday and Saturday, 4pm-10pm; Sunday, 4pm-9pm. Weekend Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday, 10am-3pm
52 S. 2nd Street | 267.606.6313 | https://www.royalboucherie.com/
Stratus Rooftop Lounge
located on the 11th floor at the Kimpton Hotel Monaco, Old City. The indoor/outdoor Lounge has two private pavilions (Mist and Vapor), which have been newly fitted with comfortable booth-style seating. There is also an expansive bar that opens to the outside space. Contemporary light fixtures and a "green wall" surround the lounge, creating a modern and stylish setting.
Hours of Operation: Wednesday 5pm-10pm, Thursday 8pm-12am and Friday 8pm-2am. Saturday 8pm-2am.
433 Chestnut Street | 215.925.2889 | https://stratuslounge.com/
