Outdoor dining is a Michigan summer staple. If youβre looking to have a day out with good food, drinks, and fresh air, then check out these metro Detroit restaurants with patio seating so scenic and comfortable they will make you wish they were your own backyard.
54 West
Surrounding by rustic fencing to keep out the fast pace of downtown Clawson, 54 West provides its patrons with a spot to kick back, relax, and enjoy the restaurantβs extensive menu of southwest-inspired small bites, salads, sides, and classic cocktails. 54 West, 54 W. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson; 248-632-1467; Μύ
Apparatus Room
Situated right in front of the Detroit Foundation Hotelβs historic firehouse doors, the Apparatus Roomβs patio is an ideal spot for taking in the hustle and bustle of Detroit. Visit the new American restaurantβs social media pages to stay up to date on its special patio events, like Wine Down Wednesdays, a monthly summer gathering with special wine features and samples. ΜύApparatus Room, 250 W. Larned St., Detroit; 313-800-5600;
Bella Piatti
Visited by Jimmy Buffett and John Mayer, this spot is known for more than its celebrity clientele. The restaurantβs interior is full of gorgeous dΓ©cor, but the patio is an ideal spot for warm summer nights. Bella Piatti, 167 Townsend St, Birmingham; 248-494-7110;
Big Rock Chop House
This Birmingham steakhouse takes garden-to-table to the next level. Big Rock Chophouse has four garden boxes on their property where its chefs grow fruits, herbs, and vegetables. Enjoy Big Rock Chop Houseβs extremely fresh food inside or see the garden for yourself while you dine on the patio. Big Rock Chophouse, 245 S. Eton St, Birmingham; 248-647-7774;
Clubhouse BFD
This self-proclaimed βBirthplace of Good Timesβ is the ideal spot for your next day off. Clubhouse BFDβs patio is complete with picnic-style tables, game tables, and miniature bonfires. The American restaurantβs menu, which features a large selection of sharables, sandwiches, and entrees, is ideal whether youβre watching the big game or having a girlβs night out. Clubhouse BFD, 2265 Crooks Rd., Rochester; 248-289-6093;
El Barzon
Full of flower pots and red brick dΓ©cor, El Barzon offers the perfect backdrop for date night. This Italian/Mexican fusion restaurant has a huge menu, offering tacos, pasta, seafood, and more. El Barzon, 3710 Junction Ave., Detroit; 313-894-2070;
ΉσΎ±±τΎ±±θ±θ²Ήβs
This Shelby Township staple takes outdoor dining a step further, offering a full bar menu on their patio in the summer. With a variety of seafood, Michigan grown favorites, and Italian influences, ΉσΎ±±τΎ±±θ±θ²Ήβs has it all. ΉσΎ±±τΎ±±θ±θ²Ήβs, 45125 Mound Rd., Shelby Township; 587-254-1311;
La Dolce Vita
This hot spot is revered for its lush green patio setting that transports diners to Florence, Italy without ever leaving the mitten state. The restaurant serves up lunch, dinner, and brunch on weekends. La Dolce Vita, 17546 Woodward Ave, Detroit; 313-865-0331;
Monarch Club
Located in the penthouse of the resorted Metropolitan Building, this new Detroit bar takes elevated glamour to a whole new level with cozy leather chairs, dim lighting, and craft cocktails and small plates. But the real star of this spot is the view, which is particularly breathtaking from Monarch Clubβs open-air patio spaces. Enjoy after-dinner drinks from the space by the heat of the patioβs several fire pits. Monarch Club, 33 John R St., Detroit; 313-306-2380;
Mikeβs On The Water
Voted Best Restaurant With Deck/Outdoor Seating 2019 β Single Location, Mikeβs On The Water attracts patrons far and wide with its rooftop food truck and waterfront views. Guests can even dock their boat at the Nautical Mile staple, which serves up specialties like perch, salmon, and shrimp and fries. Mikeβs On The Water, 24530 E. Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores; 586-872-2630;
Lipumaβs Coney Island
This family owned Coney Island has been in business since 1969. A more casual dining option, Lipumaβs offers Coney Island staples like hot dogs and Greek salads, as well as their take on tacos and burritos. Their small but comfortable patio offers a hometown feel no matter where youβre from. Lipumaβs Coney Island, 621 N. Main St., Rochester; 248-652-9862;
Pinkyβs Rooftop
A feminine newcomer to the downtown Royal Oak dining scene, this establishment features a 44-seat outdoor, rooftop garden patio. The spot also boasts a 27-seat heated, covered patio, so customers can enjoy Pinkyβs Rooftopβs craft cocktails and American and Asian-inspired small plates year-round in an outdoor space. Pinkyβs Rooftop, 100 S. Main St., second level, Royal Oak; 248-291-6506;
Selden Standard
ΒιΆΉ·¬ΊΕ Detroitβs 2016 Restaurant of the Year, Selden Standard offers indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of small plates. Its patio is surrounded by hand-painted walls and eye-catching greenery. Selden Standard, 3921 Second Ave., Detroit; 313-438-5055;
Townhouse
With two locations for this American restaurant, you can enjoy the Townhouse whichever way you prefer. Stop by the Detroit restaurant for a vibe thatβs industrial with hints of natural woods and plenty of greenery, or the Birmingham restaurant for a vibe thatβs more classic, with bright red umbrellas and intimate seating arrangements. Townhouse Detroit, 500 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-723-1000; and Townhouse, 180 Pierce St., Birmingham; 248-792-5241;
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