Patio season is here! We made it out of winter and with that comes beautiful spring weather perfect for outdoor dining and if you’re looking for the best places to eat outside in Raleigh, read on.
Below are some of our favorite places to eat local and get a taste of the best outdoor dining experience in Raleigh with options for large outdoor patio seating, rooftops, courtyards, temporary tents, and even intimate tables for two by candlelight.
Gringo A Go Go is one of the most popular Mexican restaurants in Raleigh and with their colorful outdoor patio area and real Mexican food (many vegan options) it’s easy to understand why!
Not your typical hole-in-the-wall type barbecue joint and inside is more of a smart-casual setting, but their patio area appropriately named “The Pig Pen” is a great space to dine outside and often comes with live music!
Famous for their chopped BBQ, fried chicken and baked flat cornbread, pull up a seat on one of their outdoor picnic tables and enjoy some North Carolina BBQ at its finest.
Wilson’s Eatery is attached to Lynwood Brewing Concern, one of the best breweries in Raleigh so grab a bite to eat and a seat outside on their deck or on one of the communal beer garden picnic tables!