The Ultimate Resy Guide to Outdoor Dining in Austin

Carpenters Hall just might have one of the most picturesque patios in Austin. The outdoor area is fully covered, which means you can enjoy the all-day menu without stressing about sunburn. Make sure to try the crispy oyster mushrooms with mojo aioli, which are available at both lunch and dinner, and The Oregano Sin, a fragrant herbal cocktail. If you want to cool off after your meal, grab a pass for the hotel pool, located right next to the restaurant.

This Interior Mexican spot especially benefits from its visually striking indoor-outdoor layout during the hottest months. The secluded-feeling patio is protected from the summer sun, and the outside tables get some solid airflow from the cooler inside. With excellent cocktails and shareable entrees, Comedor is a prime choice for a nice evening out.

There’s something about being surrounded by greenery that makes everything better. That, plus the covered patio, makes outdoor dining at Hotel Magdalena’s Summer House a delight. Get started with a citrusy cocktail, then tuck into dishes like burrata with prosciutto, ricotta cavatelli with tomato pesto, and branzino with preserved lemon saffron sauce.

If you’re going to brave parking on South Congress, make your trip worth it by booking a Resy at this tasty Australian café. The patio gets a good amount of shade, and you can cool off further with a refreshing smoothie or cocktail. The summer tomato toast would be a great order on a hot day, as would the frozen acai bowl, to which you can (and should) add peanut butter.

Of course County Line has a great patio; can you even eat barbecue indoors? Complete with live oaks and Hill Country views, this is about as classic Texas as it gets. Stay on theme by ordering Shiner and smoked meats.

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This cantina-style bar serves expert-level cocktails in a laid-back environment that’s lively without feeling overcrowded. They specialize in drinks made with Tequila, mezcal, and sotol, including frozen options for the hottest days. Misting fans throughout the breezy (and dog-friendly) backyard patio cement La Holly as a summer staple. Whether you’re there to do some day-drinking or to cap off your night, you’ll definitely want to grab some queso and tacos from the Taco Flats airstream outside before you go.

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