Outdoor dining table with wine and multiple dishes at a patio restaurant in Tallahassee.

Eating Out(side)!

By Visit Tallahassee

Al Fresco Dining Options to Satisfy Any Palate

Tallahassee’s outdoor dining scene’s eclectic mix of options offers outdoor dining with everything from patios and porches to terraces and rooftops. Get outside this spring and enjoy the view, sunshine, fresh air, and company while exploring some of the best restaurants in Tallahassee.

Casa Grande Margaritas & Cocina  brings the finest cuisine from the heart of Mexico to Midtown. The relaxed dining experience at C|G Casa Grande Midtown is not complete without a taste of their signature fresh-made Margaritas.

Street tacos with lime and sauces, showcasing Tallahassee's local restaurants' cuisine.

Izzy Pub & Sushi is a unique Izakaya experience in the heart of Midtown, featuring Japanese and Pan-Asian small plates, sushi, and a unique-to-Tallahassee Omakase experience.

Sushi rolls are plated beautifully, highlighting diverse restaurants in Tallahassee.

The Edison provides an expansive patio overlooking the 24-acre rolling hills, waterways, and gardens found at Cascades Park. The restored, century-old former electric utility building is a visual feast itself, and the views of the park, sunlit by day and illuminated with color at night, complement the main course. Patrons who enjoy picnics in the park order from the take-out menu, which includes a fabulous meal with wrapped cutlery, covered drinks, and only packaged and sealed products.

Guacamole appetizer and drinks on a wooden table at a Tallahassee dining spot.

The patio at Jeri’s Love on a Plate in the Market District is quaint, making it a perfect choice for outdoor brunch spots with just the right amount of shade.

Fresh salads and plated meals at an outdoor brunch spot in Tallahassee.

Madison Social on the edge of FSU campus delivers classic pub fare with a twist on the patio overlooking FSU sports fields and College Ave. On weekends, the menu highlights gourmet brunch items, Bloody Marys, mimosas, and sangria. Patrons from Seminole fans to happy-hour professionals rave about the hand-crafted cocktails and craft beer offerings.

Gourmet burger and fries served at a casual Tallahassee local restaurant. Exterior of a busy Midtown Tallahassee restaurant with outdoor patio seating.

 

Table 23 in MidTown is a “Southern porch, table, and bar” cozied up among oak trees on one of Tallahassee’s favorite street corners. Serving lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, fabulous cocktails, and craft beers. Luck Goat coffee-rubbed rib-eye and pecan-crusted chicken are among the regional-produce offerings.

Couple enjoying drinks and food at a scenic patio restaurant in Tallahassee.

Food Glorious Food serves seasonal menus representing world cuisines, including filet mignon, marinated lamb, spiced duck breast, caramelized salmon, FGF salad maison, sushi three ways, gourmet hamburgers, ornate salads, fine wines, and an extensive dessert menu.

Friends at a patio restaurant, enjoying Tallahassee outdoor dining.

Take it to the rooftops! Views and light bites abound at a variety of rooftop terraces offering views of the Capital City and spectacular specialty drinks. Level 8 Lounge, Eve On Adams, and Charlie Park provide varied menus and signature cocktails.

Rooftop cocktails overlooking the city, showcasing rooftop dining in Tallahassee.

 

Still searching for the perfect spot? These Tallahassee local restaurants offer great outdoor dining and unique atmospheres:

 

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